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CPSC, Maytag Announce Recall of Electric Ranges

U.S. CPSCFireMay 9, 2001
Recalled electric range
Recalled electric range

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

Liquid can enter the indicator light and can cause sparking and flaming in the light, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their electric ranges immediately and disconnect power to them. Consumers should contact Maytag to schedule a free in-home repair.

Incidents & injuries

Maytag has received fifteen reports of flames in the indicator lights. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled electric ranges are 30-inch free-standing units with the control panel in the front between the door panel and main top. The Crosley brand name ranges have model numbers CE35000AAW or CE35000AAT, and the Magic Chef brand name ranges have model numbers CER1110AAT or CER1110AAH. The brand names can be found on the control panel or the back guard panel and the model number can be located by opening the storage drawer and looking at the tag on the left side.

Sold on

Appliance stores and distributors nationwide sold the ranges, from January 2000 through March 2001, for between $270 and $290.

Contact the company

Consumers should call Maytag toll-free (800) 462-9267 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to the company'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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