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CPSC recall · Reported September 3, 2008

Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard

Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
08391
Affected scope
About 24,000
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Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. recalled This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: … - a moderate-severity action.

Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard was recalled by Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. in September 3, 2008. Reason: Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when th…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact t…. Verify recall #08391 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when th….

Moderate
severity level
September 3, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08391 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08391) was formally reported on September 3, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 24,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn 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 immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected an… - 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

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 24,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A "Wolf" appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door.

Reason for recall

Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected and may be used.

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 08391
Date reported September 3, 2008
Date initiated September 3, 2008
Recalling firm Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Affected scope About 24,000
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 immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-h…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A "Wolf" appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door.. Recalled by Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.. Units affected: About 24,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected and may be used.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 3, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08391.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08391) 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 September 3, 2008. 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.