Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
Reason for Recall / Hazard
If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves Samsung 1000-watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Affected production lots Affected Serial Number Range From serial number To serial number All SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009: xxxxxxxS1xxxxxx xxxxxxxS5xxxxxx Some products produced in June were also affected: From serial number To serial number SMH9151B xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600100 xxxxxxTS601100 SMH9151S xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS601386 SMH9151ST xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151STE xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151W xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600200 xxxxxxTS602055
Affected Products
Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Samsung-Over-the-Range-Microwaves-Recalled-Due-to-Shock-Hazard- |
| Title | Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/c0b85492c18048178291f15169fdca20.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Picture of Recalled Over-the-Range Microwave and Labels |
| Hazards › Name | If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens |
| Products › Type | Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves |
| Products › Category I D | 2056 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 43,000 |
| Recall I D | 31 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200. |
| Recall Date | 2009-11-05T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves Samsung 1000-watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Affected production lots Affected Serial Number Range From serial number To serial number All SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009: xxxxxxxS1xxxxxx xxxxxxxS5xxxxxx Some products produced in June were also affected: From serial number To serial number SMH9151B xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600100 xxxxxxTS601100 SMH9151S xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS601386 SMH9151ST xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151STE xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151W xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600200 xxxxxxTS602055 |
| Recall Number | 10031 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET 7 days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.samsung.com/otrrecall |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Malaysia |
Overview
- Recalling FirmSamsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.