CPSC recall 06-181, announced June 8, 2006, covers Sunbeam Gas Ranges (about 3,600 units). These ranges lack an adequate heat shield, and can cause scorching of certain flooring materials directly under the appliance. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled Sunbeam-branded gas ranges are of various colors and show the Sunbeam brand name on the backguard panel.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These ranges lack an adequate heat shield, and can cause scorching of certain flooring materials directly under the appliance.
Incidents and injuries
Petters Consumer Brands has received two reports of scorched floors. No injuries or other damage has been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sunbeam
- Manufacturer
- Atlas Industrial S.A. of San José, Costa Rica
- Product type
- Microwaves, Ranges & stoves
- Recall number
- 06-181
- Units
- About 3,600
- Manufactured in
- Costa Rica
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance stores nationwide from February 2006 through May 2006 for between $200 and $400.
- Importer
- Petters Consumer Brands, LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn.
Sunbeam Gas Ranges
CPSC product type: Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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