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CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall to Repair Gas Ranges

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsMar 27, 2003
Recalled Maytag Gemini Gas Range
Recalled Maytag Gemini Gas Range

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Hazard

The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the upper oven self-clean and broil features and consumers should not use the upper oven simultaneously with the lower oven. Consumers should contact Maytag to arrange for a free in-home repair by an authorized Maytag Customer Service contractor.

Incidents & injuries

Maytag has received nine reports of flashback fires, including three minor burn injuries and incidents where consumers suffered singed hair or clothing.

Product description

The recall involves all Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges. The Gemini ranges are free standing, have separate upper and lower ovens, and come in white, black, bisque and a stainless finish. The "Maytag" and "Gemini" names and logos appear on the control panel. The recalled ranges have a model number of MGR6772 and a serial number with the alpha characters AJ through AX or CA through CC, both of which are located on a flip-up serial tag behind the upper left corner of the control panel.

Sold on

Retail appliance stores nationwide sold the ranges, from July 2002 through February 2003, for between $1,300 and $1,500.

Contact the company

Consumers should contact Maytag at (866) 580-9177 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can visit Maytag's website at www.maytag.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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