Recall #03-099 · Published March 27, 2003
Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges
CPSC published a recall notice for Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges from Maytag Gemini on March 27, 2003. CPSC identifies this hazard: The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: 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.
Why it was recalled
The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Official 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.
- Brand
- Maytag Gemini
- Recall published
- March 27, 2003
- Units
- About 23,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail appliance stores nationwide sold the ranges, from July 2002 through February 2003, for between $1,300 and $1,500.