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CPSC recall · Reported June 29, 2007

Fire Hazard with Thermador® Built-In Ovens Leads to Recall by BSH Home Appliances Corp.

The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode, it can cause nearby cabinets to overheat. This can pose a fire hazar…

Recall #
07228
Affected scope
About 42,000
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Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif. recalled This recall involves Thermador® Brand built-in single ovens and combination models which … - a moderate-severity action.

Fire Hazard with Thermador® Built-In Ovens Leads to Recall by BSH Home Appliances Corp. was recalled by Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif. in June 29, 2007. Reason: The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances…. Verify recall #07228 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode….

Moderate
severity level
June 29, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07228 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07228) was formally reported on June 29, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 42,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode, it can cause nearby cabinets to overheat. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances immediately to schedule an inspection and free repair, if necessary. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 42,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Thermador® Brand built-in single ovens and combination models which have a conventional oven and a microwave. The model numbers of the single ovens are C271B, C301B, SEC271B and SEC301B. The model numbers of the combination models are SEM272B, SEM302B, SEMW272B and SEMW302B. The ovens have date codes between FD8403 and FD8701. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the control panel.

Reason for recall

The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode, it can cause nearby cabinets to overheat. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances immediately to schedule an inspection and free repair, if necessary.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07228
Date reported June 29, 2007
Date initiated June 29, 2007
Recalling firm Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Affected scope About 42,000
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 stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances immediately to schedule an inspection a…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Thermador® Brand built-in single ovens and combination models which have a conventional oven and a microwave. The model numbers of the single ovens are C271B, C301B, SEC271B and SEC301B. The model numbers of the combination models are SEM272B, SEM302B, SEMW272B and SEMW302B. The ovens have date codes between FD8403 and FD8701. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the control panel.. Recalled by Bsh Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif.. Units affected: About 42,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The oven can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and, when used in the self-cleaning mode, it can cause nearby cabinets to overheat. This can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the oven's self-cleaning mode and contact BSH Home Appliances immediately to schedule an inspection and free repair, if necessary.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 29, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07228.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07228) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 29, 2007. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.