CPSC recall 07-207, announced June 7, 2007, covers Thermador® Brand Ceramic Cooktops (about 2,000 units). The cooktop can come on by itself when switched off, creating a potential fire hazard if flammable items are left on the cooktop. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should disconnect the cooktop at the circuit breaker when not in use, and never leave anything on the cooktop when it is unattended. Recall contact: call (800) 758-1001, or go to www.thermador.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 model number and date code can be found on the underside of the cooktop.
Which products are included?
The cooktop has electric and induction heating elements with a black ceramic glass surface. This recall involves model numbers CIT302DS/01 and CIT362DS/01 with date codes between 8606 and 8612. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the cooktop.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The cooktop can come on by itself when switched off, creating a potential fire hazard if flammable items are left on the cooktop.
Incidents and injuries
None.
Official remedy
Consumers should disconnect the cooktop at the circuit breaker when not in use, and never leave anything on the cooktop when it is unattended. Contact BSH Home Appliances for a free in-home repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Thermador Ceramic
- Manufacturer
- BSH Home Appliances Corp. of Huntington Beach, Calif.
- Product type
- Microwaves, Ranges & stoves
- Recall number
- 07-207
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- Spain
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from October 2006 through March 2007 for between $1,800 and $2,200.
Thermador® Brand Ceramic Cooktops
CPSC product type: Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
Recall contact information
For more information, contact BSH Home Appliances at (800) 758-1001 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.thermador.com
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