CPSC recall · Reported August 25, 2016
Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard
Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich. recalled This recall involves Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations. The microwave ovens wer….
Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich. in August 25, 2016. Reason: Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and con…. Verify recall #16253 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard..
- None
- agency class
- August 25, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16253 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations. The microwave ovens were sold in stainless steel, black and white. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the inside of the unit, above the oven cavity on the left hand side. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Model Numbers Serial Numbers WMH53520CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpoolcorp.com.
Reason for recall
Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16253 |
| Date reported | August 25, 2016 |
| Date initiated | August 25, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich. |
| Affected scope | About 15,200 |
| 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 microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement pr…
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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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