Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard

Recalled September 3, 2008 · CPSC recall 08391 · Wolf Appliance

Hazard

Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected and may be used.

Units

About 24,000

Incidents / injuries

Wolf has received 97 reports of units experiencing delayed ignition, including 15 minor burns. There have been no reports of fires or property damage.

Description

This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A "Wolf" appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door.

What to do

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Wolf Appliance toll-free at (866) 643-6408 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.wolfappliance.com

Product

Wolf Appliance Gas Ranges

Manufacturer(s)

Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.

Retailers

Home builders and appliance stores nationwide from January 1998 through June 2008 for between $5,000 and $9,000.

Made in

United States

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