CPSC recall 13-117, announced February 7, 2013, covers Prizer Painter Stove Works BlueStar™ residential gas wall ovens (about 940 units). Some of the wall ovens have been improperly installed and/or have damaged flexible gas appliance connectors, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens, contact BlueStar for instructions on identifying affected units and to schedule a repair. Recall contact: call (800) 449-8691, or go to www.bluestarcooking.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.
The propane version is designated by the letter "L" at the end of the model number.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all colors of three models of BlueStar gas-powered stainless steel wall ovens manufactured prior to November 23, 2012. Oven sizes include 24-, 30- and 36-inche wide units. Each of the three sizes was available for use with natural gas or liquid propane. The propane version is designated by the letter "L" at the end of the model number. Model numbers and date codes are located on the rating plate inside the control panel. There is a BlueStar logo on the upper left front of the oven, above the door. Model Name Model Numbers Color 24-Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with swing door BWO24AGS BWO24AGSL All Colors 30-Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with French doors BWO30AGS BWO30AGSL All Colors 36 -Inch BlueStar™ residential wall oven with French doors BWO36AGS BWO36AGSL All Colors
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Some of the wall ovens have been improperly installed and/or have damaged flexible gas appliance connectors, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a fire, resulting in property damage to the cabinet that held the oven. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens, contact BlueStar for instructions on identifying affected units and to schedule a repair.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Prizer Painter Stove Works Inc., of Reading, Pa.
- Product type
- Ranges & stoves, Wall ovens
- Recall number
- 13-117
- Units
- About 940
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance stores and authorized kitchen equipment dealers nationwide between January 2008 through November 2012 for between $2,250 and $3,900.
BlueStar™ residential gas wall ovens
CPSC product type: Ranges and Ovens
Recall contact information
BlueStar; at (800) 449-8691, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bluestarcooking.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
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