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CPSC recall · Reported November 19, 2013

Viking Recalls Built-In Side-by-Side Refrigerator Freezers with In-Door Dispensers Due to Fire Hazard

Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
14023
Affected scope
About 750
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Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. recalled This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator freeze….

Viking Recalls Built-In Side-by-Side Refrigerator Freezers with In-Door Dispensers Due to… was recalled by Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. in November 19, 2013. Reason: Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and c…. Verify recall #14023 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. issued this CPSC recall-Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description

This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door water and ice dispensers. The recalled refrigerator freezers come in a variety of colors, stainless steel or a custom finish. They were manufactured between October 2012 and May 2013 and have the model numbers listed below. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in MM/DD/YY format. Both sizes of refrigerator freezers have a serial number/date code range from 101712 through 052913. The model and serial numbers are located inside the refrigerators on a label on the ceiling behind the light housing. Size Model Numbers begin with Color/Finish 42-inch FDSB5421D Custom VCSB5421D Various colors 48-inch FDSB5481D Custom VCSB5481D Various colors

Reason for recall

Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and contact Viking to schedule a free, in-home repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 14023
Date reported November 19, 2013
Date initiated November 19, 2013
Recalling firm Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.
Affected scope About 750
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 turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and contact Viking to schedule a free, in-hom…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door water and ice dispensers. The recalled refrigerator freezers come in a variety of colors, stainless steel or a custom finish. They were manufactured between October 2012 and May 2013 and have the model numbers listed below. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in MM/DD/YY format. Both sizes of refrigerator freezers have a serial number/date code range from 101712 through 052913. The model and serial numbers are located inside the refrigerators on a label on the ceiling behind the light housing. Size Model Numbers begin with Color/Finish 42-inch FDSB5421D Custom VCSB5421D Various colors 48-inch FDSB5481D Custom VCSB5481D Various colors. Recalled by Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.. Units affected: About 750.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and contact Viking to schedule a free, in-home repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 19, 2013. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14023.
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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