Frigidaire and Kenmore Wall Ovens Recalled by Electrolux Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-07-26). Hazards: fire. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16759 |
| Published | 2016-07-26 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-26 |
| Product category | Ranges and Ovens |
| Products | Electric wall ovens |
| Firm named in the title | Electrolux |
| Firms | Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | Frigidaire ovens were sold by Knie Appliance & TV, Inc., in Illinois from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,000 and $1,400. Kenmore ovens were sold exclusively at Sears stores nationwide and online at www.sears.com from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,400 and $2,100. |
Description
This recall involves Frigidaire and Kenmore-branded electric single and double wall ovens made by Electrolux. They were sold in black, white or stainless steel. The single ovens measure about 24 inches wide, 32 inches tall and 25 inches deep. The double ovens measure about 24 inches wide, 51 inches tall and 25 inches deep. "Kenmore" or "Frigidaire" is printed below the oven window. The model and serial numbers are located on the left side trim on the inside of the oven. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Brand Product Model Serial Numbers Frigidaire 24" Electric Manual and Self Cleaning Wall Ovens FFEW2415QWA AF61206467 FFEW2425QSA AF61205416 Kenmore 790.40253410 AF60908622 through AF61207264 790.40259410 AF61106873 through AF61106888 790.40279410 AF61107422 through AF61107457 790.40282410 AF61301902 and AF61301928 790.40283410 AF61106898 through AF61208367 790.40289410 AF61200994 through AF61208403
Hazard
The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens and contact Electrolux or Transform for Kenmore brand products to schedule a free inspection and free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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