Recalls / 2007-06-29
Fire Hazard with Thermador® Built-In Ovens Leads to Recall by BSH Home Appliances Corp.
07228 · Recalled 2007-06-29 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Thermador® Brand built-in single ovens and combination models which have a conventional oven and a microwave. The model numbers of the single ovens are C271B, C301B, SEC271B and SEC301B. The model numbers of the combination models are SEM272B, SEM302B, SEMW272B and SEMW302B. The ovens have date codes between FD8403 and FD8701. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the control panel.
Hazards
The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode, it can cause nearby cabinets to overheat. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
BSH Home Appliances has received ten reports of incidents, including one which resulted in a fire that caused extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances immediately to schedule an inspection and free repair, if necessary.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Thermador® Brand Built-In Ovens | About 42,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- BSH Home Appliances Corp.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Appliance, specialty from November 2004 through May 2007 for between $2, 400, 900.
Consumer contact
BSH Home Appliances at (800) 701-5230 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, visit the firm's Web site at www.thermador.com
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Source: CPSC recall 07228. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.