CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall to Repair Gas Ranges
CPSC recall 03099 · announced March 27, 2003 · Maytag · 23,000 units affected
The product
The recall involves all Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges. The Gemini ranges are free standing, have separate upper and lower ovens, and come in white, black, bisque and a stainless finish. The "Maytag" and "Gemini" names and logos appear on the control panel. The recalled ranges have a model number of MGR6772 and a serial number with the alpha characters AJ through AX or CA through CC, both of which are located on a flip-up serial tag behind the upper left corner of the control panel.
The hazard
The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the upper oven self-clean and broil features and consumers should not use the upper oven simultaneously with the lower oven. Consumers should contact Maytag to arrange for a free in-home repair by an authorized Maytag Customer Service contractor.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Maytag has received nine reports of flashback fires, including three minor burn injuries and incidents where consumers suffered singed hair or clothing.
Sold at: Retail appliance stores nationwide sold the ranges, from July 2002 through February 2003, for between $1,300 and $1,500.
Consumer contact: Consumers should contact Maytag at (866) 580-9177 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can visit Maytag's website at www.maytag.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.