CPSC

General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore, and Americana bran Recalled for Shock Hazard

Recalled electric range
Recalled electric range
Recalled double wall oven
Recalled double wall oven

Hazard

The ranges and wall ovens have faulty wiring, which can melt and cause the oven to short circuit. The appliance can then stop working and pose a shock hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the appliances immediately and contact GE to schedule a repair at no charge.

Consumer Contact

Consumers should call the GE Recall Hotline at (800) 326-1076 anytime to see if their range or wall oven is included in this recall and arrange for the free repair.

Products

General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore, and Americana brand freestanding electric ranges and double wall ovens

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Appliance retail outlets and builder distributors nationwide sold the ranges, from June 2004 through July 2004, for between $250 and $500, and the wall ovens, from April 2004 through July 2004, for between $950 and $1500.