Recalls / 2012-04-10

Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

12147 · Recalled 2012-04-10 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Viking has received 21 reports of incidents, including five reports of property damage from fires. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Viking dishwashers		About 2,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Viking Range Corporation
Made in: United States
Sold at: Appliance, specialty retail from June 2010 through March 2012 for between $1, 425, 000.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Viking toll-free at (800) 241-7239 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit Viking's website at www.vikingrange.com

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Location of model and serial number in dishwasher

Source: CPSC recall 12147. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.