Viking Range Expands Dishwasher Recall Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2015-08-06 · 15210
Hazards
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
15210
Date
2015-08-06
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Dishwashers
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.
Retailer(s)
Appliance and specialty retail stores nationwide from July 2008 through March 2012 for between $1,225 and $2,000.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recall includes Viking Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured before April 1, 2011. The recalled dishwashers are 24 inches wide and were sold in black, white and 24 other custom colors, stainless steel and with custom wood panels. The name "Viking" appears on the control panel at the top of the door. The model and serial number are located on the identification plate mounted on the inside on the left side of the dishwasher door opening. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date in MMDDYY format, e.g., serial number 052610 was manufactured on May 26, 2010. Model numbers and manufacture dates included on this recall are: Model Numbers starting with: Manufacture Date = first six digits of serial number: DDB200, FDB200, VDB200, DFB450 or VDB450 All date codes before 120110 VDB325 or DDB325 All date codes before 040111