CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall to Repair Gas Ranges

Recalled March 27, 2003 · CPSC recall 03099 · Maytag

Hazard

The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the upper oven self-clean and broil features and consumers should not use the upper oven simultaneously with the lower oven. Consumers should contact Maytag to arrange for a free in-home repair by an authorized Maytag Customer Service contractor.

Units

About 23,000

Incidents / injuries

Maytag has received nine reports of flashback fires, including three minor burn injuries and incidents where consumers suffered singed hair or clothing.

Description

The recall involves all Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges. The Gemini ranges are free standing, have separate upper and lower ovens, and come in white, black, bisque and a stainless finish. The "Maytag" and "Gemini" names and logos appear on the control panel. The recalled ranges have a model number of MGR6772 and a serial number with the alpha characters AJ through AX or CA through CC, both of which are located on a flip-up serial tag behind the upper left corner of the control panel.

What to do

Contact

Consumers should contact Maytag at (866) 580-9177 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can visit Maytag's website at www.maytag.com

Product

Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges

Manufacturer(s)

Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa

Retailers

Retail appliance stores nationwide sold the ranges, from July 2002 through February 2003, for between $1,300 and $1,500.

Made in

United States

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