CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall of Washing Machines

Recalled September 27, 2005 · CPSC recall 05280 · Maytag

Hazard

If the front-load washer is operated at maximum load capacity, the spinner could malfunction and break apart, posing a safety risk to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines, and should contact Maytag for a free in-home service call, to replace the washer's control board.

Units

About 5,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recall involves white Maytag front-load washers with model number MAH9700 and a serial number from 10188468GA through 11683946GJ. The model and serial numbers are located inside the door opening and below the rubber boot.

What to do

Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines, and should contact Maytag for a free in-home service call, to replace the washer's control board.

Contact

Consumers can contact Maytag at (800) 462-9267 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.maytag.com

Product

Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines

Manufacturer(s)

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., of South Korea

Distributed by

Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa

Retailers

Major department and appliance stores nationwide, from April 2005 through May 2005, for about $1,300.

Made in

South Korea

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