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Asko Cylinda Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled June 14, 2007 · CPSC recall 07213 · Asko Cylinda

Recalled DishwasherSerial Tag Location
Hazard
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and contact Asko to participate in a rebate program.
Units
About 130,000
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received 21 reports of dishwasher fires. Product and property damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95 with model numbers 1355, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1585, 1595, 1655, 1805, 1885, and 1895, manufactured from January 1995 through April 2000. The model number, serial numbers and manufacture date are printed on the name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher door. Asko dishwashers manufactured after April 2000 are not included in the recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and contact Asko to participate in a rebate program.

Contact

For additional information, contact Asko toll-free at (800) 898-1879 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.askona.com

Product
Asko DW95 Model Series Dishwashers
Manufacturer(s)
Asko Cylinda AB, of Vara, Sweden
Imported by
AM Appliance Group Inc., of Richardson, Texas
Retailers
Major kitchen appliance distributors/dealers nationwide from January 1995 through April 2000 for between $750 and $1,300.
Made in
Sweden

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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