Maytag® and Jenn-Air® brand dishwashers recall 07-094

Maytag® and Jenn-Air® brand dishwashers

Maytag Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Maytag® and Jenn-Air® brand dishwashers from Maytag® and Jenn-Air® on February 1, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher's internal wiring, which can short-circuit and ignite, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using these dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it and inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire. Contact Maytag for either a free in-home repair, or a $75 cash back reimbursement following the purchase of a new Maytag®, Jenn-Air®, Whirlpool® or KitchenAid® dishwasher. Consumers should not return the dishwasher to the retailer where it was purchased, as retailers are not prepared to take units back.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

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.

Additional identifying details

The following model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the dishwasher's plastic frame on top of or to the left of the door opening.

Why it was recalled

Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher's internal wiring, which can short-circuit and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Maytag has received 135 reports of dishwasher fires, resulting in product and/or property damage. Four injuries have been reported, including three reports of smoke inhalation and one serious hand laceration when operating a fire extinguisher to put out a fire in the dishwasher.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it and inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire. Contact Maytag for either a free in-home repair, or a $75 cash back reimbursement following the purchase of a new Maytag®, Jenn-Air®, Whirlpool® or KitchenAid® dishwasher. Consumers should not return the dishwasher to the retailer where it was purchased, as retailers are not prepared to take units back.

Product and sales details

Brand: Maytag® and Jenn-Air®
Manufacturer: Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Recall number: 07-094
Units: About 2.3 million
Manufactured in: United States
Sold at / sales period: Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide from July 1997 through June 2001 for between $370 and $800.