CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall of Jenn-Air Gas Cooktops
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-11-17 · 05050
Hazards
The recalled cooktops have switches located too close to the gas tubing leading to the grill burner. Electrical arcing can cause the tubing to leak gas and ignite, resulting in a fire hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
05050
Date
2004-11-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Jenn-Air Downdraft Gas Cooktops
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Retailer(s)
Appliance stores nationwide from January 2004 through September 2004 for about $2,000.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recall includes built-in Jenn-Air model JGD8348CDP downdraft gas cooktops. They have serial numbers xxxxxxxEA through xxxxxxxER. The cooktops were manufactured by Maytag between January 1, 2004 and September 17, 2004. The model name and serial number are printed on a label on the vent fan housing, which is visible in the cabinet under the cooktop.