CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations

Recalled October 16, 2001 · CPSC recall 02018 · Whirlpool

Hazard

These units can overheat and catch fire.

Remedy

Consumers with recalled microwave-hood combinations should immediately stop using them and disconnect the units by unplugging them. Consumers can call Whirlpool Corp. for a free repair.

Units

About 1.8 million

Incidents / injuries

Whirlpool has received seven reports of fires involving these microwave- hood combinations. These incidents have resulted in extensive property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

These are microwave oven and exhaust fan hood combination units that are installed above ranges. They were sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names. They have serial numbers that begin with XC. Open the door to locate the serial and model numbers. Countertop microwaves are not included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers with recalled microwave-hood combinations should immediately stop using them and disconnect the units by unplugging them. Consumers can call Whirlpool Corp. for a free repair.

Contact

Consumers can contact Whirlpool at (800) 785-8897 anytime. Consumers also can visit Whirlpool's website at www.whirlpool.com. Consumers should have the model and serial number of their unit available when they call or visit the website.

Product

Microwave-hood combinations sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names

Manufacturer(s)

Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich.

Retailers

Department, electronics, home and appliance stores, as well as builder and remodelers, sold the microwave-hood combinations nationwide, from January 1998 through September 2001, for between $249 and $749.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →