CPSC recall 03-099, announced March 27, 2003, covers Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges (about 23,000 units). The range can experience a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 9 incident reports and 3 injuries. 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. Recall contact: call (866) 580-9177, or go to www.maytag.com.
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Affected model numbers
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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy 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.
Incidents and injuries
Maytag has received nine reports of flashback fires, including three minor burn injuries and incidents where consumers suffered singed hair or clothing.
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Maytag Gemini
- Manufacturer
- Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
- Product type
- Microwaves, Ranges & stoves
- Recall number
- 03-099
- Units
- About 23,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail appliance stores nationwide sold the ranges, from July 2002 through February 2003, for between $1,300 and $1,500.
Maytag Gemini Gas Ranges
CPSC product type: Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
Recall contact information
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
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