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CPSC, BSH Home Appliances Corp. Announce Recall of Thermador Gas Ranges

Reported: February 4, 2002 Initiated: February 4, 2002 #02097

Product Description

The recalled ranges are 48-inch All-Gas Professional Ranges and were sold under the Thermador brand name. The ranges are stainless steel and have small and large side-by-side ovens. Only model numbers PRG484GGUS, PRG486GDUS, and PRG486GLUS and serial number ranges 98020001-98129999, 99010001-99129999, 20010001-20129999 and 81010001- 81119999 are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on a data plate behind the kick panel at the bottom front of the range.

Reason for Recall

Hot air is vented below the small oven and causes the metal surface on the door of this oven to get too hot, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the small ovens immediately and contact their local Thermador service center to arrange a free repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled ranges are 48-inch All-Gas Professional Ranges and were sold under the Thermador brand name. The ranges are stainless steel and have small and large side-by-side ovens. Only model numbers PRG484GGUS, PRG486GDUS, and PRG486GLUS and serial number ranges 98020001-98129999, 99010001-99129999, 20010001-20129999 and 81010001- 81119999 are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on a data plate behind the kick panel at the bottom front of the range.. Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif..
Why was this product recalled?
Hot air is vented below the small oven and causes the metal surface on the door of this oven to get too hot, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the small ovens immediately and contact their local Thermador service center to arrange a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 4, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02097.