Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-10). Hazards: fire, burn. About 2,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12147 |
| Published | 2012-04-10 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-21 |
| Product category | Dishwashers |
| Products | Viking dishwashers |
| Firm named in the title | Viking Range |
| Firms | Viking Range Corporation of Greenwood, Miss. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 2,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | Appliance and specialty retail stores nationwide from June 2010 through March 2012 for between $1,425 and $2,000. |
Description
The recall includes Viking 24" Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured between May and September 2010. They were sold in black, white and 24 other custom colors, stainless steel and with custom wood panels. The name "Viking" appears on the control panel at the top of the door. The model and serial number are located on the identification plate mounted on the inside on the left side of the dishwasher door opening. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date in mmddyy format, e.g., serial number 052610 was manufactured on May 26, 2010. Model and manufacture dates included on this recall are: Model Numbers Starting With*: Date Codes - first six digits of serial number: DDB325 DFB450 VDB325 VDB450 052610 through 091510 * Model numbers ending with an E are not included on the recall.
Hazard
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.
Incidents and injuries
Viking has received 21 reports of incidents, including five reports of property damage from fires. No injuries have been reported.
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