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General Electric Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: June 6, 2007 Initiated: June 6, 2007 #07555

Product Description

This recall includes 36-inch and 48-inch stainless steel Monogram Pro ranges with griddles. They are fueled either by LP or natural gas and manufactured from October 2005 through May 16, 2006. The recall includes the following ranges: Models ZDP48N6DHSS, ZDP48L6DHSS, ZDP36N4DHSS and ZDP36L4DHSS. The recalled range models have a serial letter plus serial number combination as shown below. Serial Letter + Serial Number TH + 212588 through 213353 VH + 123456 through 712240 ZH + 210545 through 800064 AL + 200002 through 207337 DL + 200215 through 980416 FL + 202073 through 500677 GL + 000468 through 900468 HL + 202850 through 203252 To find the manufacture date and model and serial numbers, look underneath the top ledge (the "bull nose") above the range controls.

Reason for Recall

These ranges have a design flaw that can cause an electrical arc between the wiring and griddle gas supply tube, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Customers with a recalled range should stop using it immediately and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes 36-inch and 48-inch stainless steel Monogram Pro ranges with griddles. They are fueled either by LP or natural gas and manufactured from October 2005 through May 16, 2006. The recall includes the following ranges: Models ZDP48N6DHSS, ZDP48L6DHSS, ZDP36N4DHSS and ZDP36L4DHSS. The recalled range models have a serial letter plus serial number combination as shown below. Serial Letter + Serial Number TH + 212588 through 213353 VH + 123456 through 712240 ZH + 210545 through 800064 AL + 200002 through 207337 DL + 200215 through 980416 FL + 202073 through 500677 GL + 000468 through 900468 HL + 202850 through 203252 To find the manufacture date and model and serial numbers, look underneath the top ledge (the "bull nose") above the range controls.. Recalled by GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.. Units affected: About 2,600.
Why was this product recalled?
These ranges have a design flaw that can cause an electrical arc between the wiring and griddle gas supply tube, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Customers with a recalled range should stop using it immediately and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 6, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07555.