Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 21, 2010
Frigidaire and Electrolux ICON Electric Smoothtop Cooktops and Slide-In Ranges Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not turn off, posing a ris…
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Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. recalled This recall involves Frigidaire and Electrolux ICON smoothtop electric cooktops and Frigi… - a moderate-severity action.
Frigidaire and Electrolux ICON Electric Smoothtop Cooktops and Slide-In Ranges Recalled D… was recalled by Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. in October 21, 2010. Reason: Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat t…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled ranges or power off cookt…. Verify recall #11016 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat t….
- Moderate
- severity level
- October 21, 2010
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #11016) was formally reported on October 21, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 122,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not turn off, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards 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 and unplug the recalled ranges or power off cooktops at the circuit breaker. Contact Electrolux for information on how to obtain a free repair kit. - 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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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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Affected scope
About 122,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Frigidaire and Electrolux ICON smoothtop electric cooktops and Frigidaire slide-in ranges with rotary knobs and digital displays. Model and serial numbers for the slide-in ranges can be found inside the oven door on the left side of the unit or on the underside surface on cooktop models. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Frigidaire Serial Number Range and Models Serial Number Range: NF501XXXXX through NF952XXXXX Model Numbers GLEC30S9EB GLEC36S9EB GLEC30S9EQ GLEC36S9EQ GLEC30S9ES GLEC36S9ES GLES389EB GLES389EQGLES389ES GLES389FB GLES389FQ GLES389FS LEEC30S9FE LEEC36S9FE LES389FE PLEC30S9EC PLEC36S9EC PLES389EC PLES399EC Electrolux ICON Serial Number Range and Models Serial Number Range: NF501XXXXX through NF045XXXXX Model Numbers E30EC65ESS E36EC65ESS
Reason for recall
Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not turn off, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled ranges or power off cooktops at the circuit breaker. Contact Electrolux for information on how to obtain a free repair kit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11016 |
| Date reported | October 21, 2010 |
| Date initiated | October 21, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. |
| Affected scope | About 122,000 |
| 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 and unplug the recalled ranges or power off cooktops at the circuit breaker. Contact Elec…
- Check the recall number (11016) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Frigidaire and Electrolux ICON smoothtop electric cooktops and Frigidaire slide-in ranges with rotary knobs and digital displays. Model and serial numbers for the slide-in ranges can be found inside the oven door on the left side of the unit or on the underside surface on cooktop models. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Frigidaire Serial Number Range and Models Serial Number Range: NF501XXXXX through NF952XXXXX Model Numbers GLEC30S9EB GLEC36S9EB GLEC30S9EQ GLEC36S9EQ GLEC30S9ES GLEC36S9ES GLES389EB GLES389EQGLES389ES GLES389FB GLES389FQ GLES389FS LEEC30S9FE LEEC36S9FE LES389FE PLEC30S9EC PLEC36S9EC PLES389EC PLES399EC Electrolux ICON Serial Number Range and Models Serial Number Range: NF501XXXXX through NF045XXXXX Model Numbers E30EC65ESS E36EC65ESS. Recalled by Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c.. Units affected: About 122,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not turn off, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled ranges or power off cooktops at the circuit breaker. Contact Electrolux for information on how to obtain a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11016.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (11016) 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 October 21, 2010. 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.