Recall #01-236 · Published September 26, 2001
Amana Big Oven gas ranges
CPSC published a recall notice for Amana Big Oven gas ranges from Amana Big Oven on September 26, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: During the broil and self-clean modes, the range can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), presenting the potential for CO poisoning to consumers. Additionally, during the broil and self-clean modes, the temperature of the storage drawer can become extremely high, presenting the risk of burn injuries to consumers. The ranges are safe to use for baking and for cooking on the surface burners. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the self-clean or broil functions of the ranges immediately. Consumers should call Amana for an in-home inspection and free repair.
Why it was recalled
During the broil and self-clean modes, the range can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), presenting the potential for CO poisoning to consumers. Additionally, during the broil and self-clean modes, the temperature of the storage drawer can become extremely high, presenting the risk of burn injuries to consumers. The ranges are safe to use for baking and for cooking on the surface burners.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the self-clean or broil functions of the ranges immediately. Consumers should call Amana for an in-home inspection and free repair.
- Brand
- Amana Big Oven
- Recall published
- September 26, 2001
- Units
- About 50,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance and retail stores nationwide sold these gas ranges, from May 2000 through July 2001, for between $600 and $850.