CPSCGeneral Alert
Electrolux Recalls Kenmore Elite Ranges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclu...
Published: May 20, 2015Recall ID: 15143Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The burner flame can go out while the gas is turned on. This can allow gas to escape and poses fire and burn hazards.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Sears Kenmore stainless steel slide-in ranges with gas cooktops and electric ovens. Model number 790.42603xxx with serial numbers ranging from AF42500601 through AF43000916 and model number 790.42613xxx with serial numbers ranging from AF42500541 through AF43103647 are included. The model and serial numbers are located on the inside frame of the range door on the left side. Kenmore Elite is printed on the front of the oven door.
Affected Products
Sears Kenmore Elite dual fuel ranges
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Electrolux-Recalls-Kenmore-Elite-Ranges |
| Title | Electrolux Recalls Kenmore Elite Ranges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Sears |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15143.dual_fuel_800.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Model 790.42613 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15143.open-door-dual-fuel_800.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Model and serial number location |
| Hazards › Name | The burner flame can go out while the gas is turned on. This can allow gas to escape and poses fire and burn hazards. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Sears Kenmore Elite dual fuel ranges |
| Products › Type | Ranges and Ovens |
| Products › Category I D | 68149 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 250 |
| Recall I D | 6397 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the ranges and contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Sears stores nationwide from June 2014 through October 2014 for between $3,200 and $3,700. |
| Recall Date | 2015-05-20T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Sears Kenmore stainless steel slide-in ranges with gas cooktops and electric ovens. Model number 790.42603xxx with serial numbers ranging from AF42500601 through AF43000916 and model number 790.42613xxx with serial numbers ranging from AF42500541 through AF43103647 are included. The model and serial numbers are located on the inside frame of the range door on the left side. Kenmore Elite is printed on the front of the oven door. |
| Distributors › Name | Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C. |
| Recall Number | 15143 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Contact Transform for Kenmore brand products toll-free at (800) 659-7026 during the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-05-20T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |