Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 25, 2013
Viking Range Expands Recall of Built-In Refrigerators with Bottom Freezers Due to Injury Hazard; Doors Can Detach
The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. recalled This recall involves Viking built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with… - a moderate-severity action.
Viking Range Expands Recall of Built-In Refrigerators with Bottom Freezers Due to Injury … was recalled by Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. in July 25, 2013. Reason: The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers …. Verify recall #13248 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 25, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13248 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #13248) was formally reported on July 25, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 31,000 (Viking refrigerators were previously recalled in 2009).
The documented reason for this recall is: The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury 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 contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the recalled refrigerators if the door does not appear to be sealed properly, the door is sa… - 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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Affected scope
About 31,000 (Viking refrigerators were previously recalled in 2009)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Viking built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with models and serial numbers/date codes listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the ceiling of the interior of the refrigerators. The first six numbers in the serial number range are the manufacture date of the unit in (mm)(dd)(yy). Model numbers starting with: Serial number/Date codes starting with: Designer Series DDBB363, DDBB536, DTBB363, 110105 - 081012 DFBB363, DFBB536, FDBB5361 Professional Series VCBB363, VCBB536, VCBB5361, 110105 - 080512 VIBB363, VIBB536
Reason for recall
The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the recalled refrigerators if the door does not appear to be sealed properly, the door is sagging or it fails to open or close normally. If the door is working properly, consumers can continue to use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13248 |
| Date reported | July 25, 2013 |
| Date initiated | July 25, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. |
| Affected scope | About 31,000 (Viking refrigerators were previously recalled in 2009) |
| 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 contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the recalled refrigera…
- Check the recall number (13248) 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 Viking built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with models and serial numbers/date codes listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the ceiling of the interior of the refrigerators. The first six numbers in the serial number range are the manufacture date of the unit in (mm)(dd)(yy). Model numbers starting with: Serial number/Date codes starting with: Designer Series DDBB363, DDBB536, DTBB363, 110105 - 081012 DFBB363, DFBB536, FDBB5361 Professional Series VCBB363, VCBB536, VCBB5361, 110105 - 080512 VIBB363, VIBB536. Recalled by Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.. Units affected: About 31,000 (Viking refrigerators were previously recalled in 2009).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the recalled refrigerators if the door does not appear to be sealed properly, the door is sagging or it fails to open or close normally. If the door is working properly, consumers can continue to use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 25, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13248.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (13248) 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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