CPSC recall · Reported August 26, 2004
CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Cooking Products
All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short circuit. They may pose a shock hazard to consumers, if the appliance is …
Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich. recalled The recall involves Whirlpool and KitchenAid brand freestanding ranges, double ovens, and….
CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Cooking Products was recalled by Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich. in August 26, 2004. Reason: All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short ci…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it by shutting off the fuse o…. Verify recall #04577 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short ci….
- None
- agency class
- 25K units
- affected scope
- August 26, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04577 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recall involves Whirlpool and KitchenAid brand freestanding ranges, double ovens, and oven-microwave combination products with the following model and serial numbers: Brand Product Model Numbers Serial Number Range Whirlpool Oven-microwave combination GSC XR15 - XR25 Whirlpool Double wall oven RBD XR15 - XR25 KitchenAid Oven-microwave combination KEHC KEMC XR15 - XR25 KitchenAid Electric free standing range KERA2 KERI2 RR15 - RR25 The model and serial numbers are located on a label inside the door of the units.
Reason for recall
All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short circuit. They may pose a shock hazard to consumers, if the appliance is not properly grounded.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker, and contact Whirlpool for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04577 |
| Date reported | August 26, 2004 |
| Date initiated | August 26, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich. |
| Affected scope | 24,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker, and contact Whirlpool…
- Check the recall number (04577) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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