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Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-08-25 · 16253

Hazards

Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.

Recall

Number
16253
Date
2016-08-25
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations

Companies

Manufacturer(s)
Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Retailer(s)
Best Buy, HH Gregg, Lowes, Sears and other home improvement, home appliance and retail stores and by homebuilders nationwide from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $370 and $470.
Country of manufacture
China

Description

This recall involves Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations. The microwave ovens were sold in stainless steel, black and white. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the inside of the unit, above the oven cavity on the left hand side. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Model Numbers Serial Numbers WMH53520CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpoolcorp.com.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
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