Recall #01155b · Published May 17, 2001
Thermador® combination thermal/microwave ovens
CPSC published a recall notice for Thermador® combination thermal/microwave ovens from Thermador® combination thermal/ on May 17, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: The oven door may not lock properly when the oven is put into the "self clean" mode. While the oven is in "self clean" mode, intense heat is generated to clean the oven. If oxygen is introduced by opening the oven door during the "self clean" mode, combustible material left inside can ignite and pose a fire risk. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the "self clean" mode of the recalled ovens immediately and contact Thermador to arrange for a free inspection and, if needed, free repair.
Why it was recalled
The oven door may not lock properly when the oven is put into the "self clean" mode. While the oven is in "self clean" mode, intense heat is generated to clean the oven. If oxygen is introduced by opening the oven door during the "self clean" mode, combustible material left inside can ignite and pose a fire risk.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the "self clean" mode of the recalled ovens immediately and contact Thermador to arrange for a free inspection and, if needed, free repair.
- Recall published
- May 17, 2001
- Units
- About 2,300
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the ovens to homebuilders and contractors, from about May 2000 through May 2001, for about $3,000 to $4,600.