CPSC recall 05-280, announced September 27, 2005, covers Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines (about 5,000 units). If the front-load washer is operated at maximum load capacity, the spinner could malfunction and break apart, posing a safety risk to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines, and should contact Maytag for a free in-home service call, to replace the washer's control board. Recall contact: call (800) 462-9267, or go to www.maytag.com.
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
The recall involves white Maytag front-load washers with model number MAH9700 and a serial number from 10188468GA through 11683946GJ.
Which products are included?
The recall involves white Maytag front-load washers with model number MAH9700 and a serial number from 10188468GA through 11683946GJ. The model and serial numbers are located inside the door opening and below the rubber boot.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
If the front-load washer is operated at maximum load capacity, the spinner could malfunction and break apart, posing a safety risk to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines, and should contact Maytag for a free in-home service call, to replace the washer's control board.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Maytag Front-Loading
- Manufacturer
- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., of South Korea
- Product type
- Washing machines
- Recall number
- 05-280
- Units
- About 5,000
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Major department and appliance stores nationwide, from April 2005 through May 2005, for about $1,300.
- Distributor
- Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines
CPSC product type: Washing Machines
Recall contact information
Consumers can contact Maytag at (800) 462-9267 anytime, or visit the company's Web site at www.maytag.com
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