CPSC recall · Reported May 20, 2015
Kenmore Elite Ranges Recalled by Electrolux Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sears
The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. recalled This recall involves Sears Kenmore Elite stainless steel slide-in gas, electric and dual-….
Kenmore Elite Ranges Recalled by Electrolux Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at… was recalled by Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. in May 20, 2015. Reason: The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair.. Verify recall #15142 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to c….
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- May 20, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15142 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 Sears Kenmore Elite stainless steel slide-in gas, electric and dual-fuel ranges with the following model and serial numbers. The model and serial numbers are located on the inside frame of the range door on the left side. Kenmore Elite is printed on the front of the oven door. Type Model Serial Numbers Gas 790.32623xxx AF41500007 - AF44902220 790.32633xxx AF41600811 - AF45004453 790.32643xxx AF41601928 - AF45003625 Electric 790.42553xxx AF41602002 - AF45006133 790.42563xxx AF42002743 - AF45005533 790.42623xxx AF42801297 - AF45000612 Dual Fuel 790.42603xxx AF40602184 - AF45004329 790.42613xxx AF42500541 - AF45003409
Reason for recall
The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15142 |
| Date reported | May 20, 2015 |
| Date initiated | May 20, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.c. |
| Affected scope | About 5,300 |
| 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 contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair.
- Check the recall number (15142) 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.
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