Product: Frigidaire and Kenmore Smooth-top Freestanding Electric Ranges
Hazard: The surface heating elements on these ranges can spontaneously turn on, fail to turn off, or heat to incorrect temperatures, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Refund or repair
Recall Date: May 16, 2024
Units Affected: About 203,000 (previously recalled in August 2009)
Details:
The recall involves Frigidaire, Frigidaire Gallery, Frigidaire Professional, and Kenmore Elite smooth-top electric ranges. These ranges feature rear panel rotary knobs and digital displays and come in white, bisque, black, and stainless steel. The brand name, model, and serial number are located on the frame of the drawer at the bottom of the unit. The specific model and serial numbers included in the recall are listed below.
Frigidaire Models and Serial Numbers:
- Model Numbers: FEFBZ90GC, FEFLMC55GC, FEFLZ87GC, GLEF396AB, GLEF396AQ, GLEF396AS, GLEF396CQ, GLEF396CS, GLEFM397DB, GLEFM397DQ, GLEFM397DS, GLEFM97FPB, GLEFM97FPW, GLEFM97GPB, GLEFM97GPW, LEEFM389FE, PLEF398AC, PLEF398CC, PLEF398DC, PLEFM399DC, PLEFMZ99EC, PLEFMZ99GC, PLEFZ398EC, PLEFZ398GC
- Serial Number Range: VF122xxxxx – VF936xxxxx
Kenmore Elite Models and Serial Numbers:
- Model Numbers: 790.990121, 790.990131, 790.990141, 790.990191
- Serial Number Range: VF122xxxxx – VF334xxxxx
Incidents/Injuries:
Since the initial recall in August 2009, Electrolux has received at least 212 reports of erratic behavior, including 14 fires and eight injuries from burns or smoke inhalation.
Sold At: Sears and independent appliance stores nationwide from June 2001 through August 2009 for $1,000 to $2,500.
Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., Charlotte, NC
Manufactured In: United States
Recall Number: 24-235
Consumer Contact:
Consumers are urged to contact Electrolux Group at 888-845-8226 from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday, or email [email protected]. More information is available online at www.potentiometerrecall.com or www.frigidaire.com under “Recall Information.”
Remedy:
Consumers should contact Electrolux or register online to determine if their range is repairable. If repairable, a free inspection and repair will be scheduled. If not, consumers will receive a $50 electronic gift card and up to $60 reimbursement for haul-away fees once proof of purchase of a new range is provided.
Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic. Visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners for more information.
