CPSC recall 14-023, announced November 19, 2013, covers Viking built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door dispensers (about 750 units). Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 27 incident reports. Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and contact Viking to schedule a free, in-home repair. Recall contact: call (877) 266-1086, or go to www.vikingrange.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 first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in MM/DD/YY format.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door water and ice dispensers. The recalled refrigerator freezers come in a variety of colors, stainless steel or a custom finish. They were manufactured between October 2012 and May 2013 and have the model numbers listed below. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in MM/DD/YY format. Both sizes of refrigerator freezers have a serial number/date code range from 101712 through 052913. The model and serial numbers are located inside the refrigerators on a label on the ceiling behind the light housing. Size Model Numbers begin with Color/Finish 42-inch FDSB5421D Custom VCSB5421D Various colors 48-inch FDSB5481D Custom VCSB5481D Various colors
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Viking has received 27 reports of electrical shorts and four fires. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled refrigerator freezers and contact Viking to schedule a free, in-home repair.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.
- Product type
- Refrigerators, Freezers
- Recall number
- 14-023
- Units
- About 750
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from November 2012 through May 2013 for between $5,400 and $6,400.
Viking built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door dispensers
CPSC product type: Refrigerators
Recall contact information
Viking toll-free at (877) 266-1086 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.vikingrange.com and click on Safety Recall Information on the bottom right side of the page.
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