Recall 02-097, published February 4, 2002
Thermador All-Gas Professional Ranges
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
PRG486GDUSOnly model numbers PRG484GGUS, PRG486GDUS, and PRG486GLUS and serial number ranges 98020001-98129999, 99010001-99129999, 20010001-20129999 and 81010001- 81119999 are included in the recall.
Which products are included?
The recalled ranges are 48-inch All-Gas Professional Ranges and were sold under the Thermador brand name. The ranges are stainless steel and have small and large side-by-side ovens. Only model numbers PRG484GGUS, PRG486GDUS, and PRG486GLUS and serial number ranges 98020001-98129999, 99010001-99129999, 20010001-20129999 and 81010001- 81119999 are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on a data plate behind the kick panel at the bottom front of the range.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Hot air is vented below the small oven and causes the metal surface on the door of this oven to get too hot, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the small ovens immediately and contact their local Thermador service center to arrange a free repair.
- Brand
- Thermador All-Gas Professional
- Recall published
- February 4, 2002
- Category
- Appliances
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the ranges, from March 1998 through November 2001, for between $5540 and $6370.
