Petters Consumer Brands Recalls Sunbeam Over-the-Range Microwaves for Fire Hazard

CPSC recall 07562 · announced July 17, 2007 · Petters Consumer Brands · 300 units affected

The product

This recall involves Sunbeam Over-the-Range microwave ovens with serial numbers within the range of A0701161370000001 through A0701161370000304. The serial numbers are located on the inside front of the microwave and visible when the microwave door is open. Model number SNM1501RAQ is printed on a label on the back of the unit. The ovens display Sunbeam on the front panel, are bisque in color, and are 16.25 inches high x 29.5 inches wide x 15 inches deep. The microwaves ovens were installed in mobile homes.

The hazard

Internal electrical arcing in the microwave can pose a fire hazard to consumers.

What to do (per CPSC)

The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please discard or destroy the product.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Installed in mobile homes, from February 2007 through March 2007.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.