CPSC

Maytag- and Samsung-Brand Front Loading Washing Machine Recalled for Fire Hazard

Recalled Maytag Washing Machine
Recalled Maytag Washing Machine
Recalled Samsung Washing Machine
Recalled Samsung Washing Machine

Hazard

Water leakage onto the electrical connections to the washing machine's thermal sensor could cause an electrical short and ignite a circuit board, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact the firm for information on how to receive a free repair. Consumers should not return the washing machine to the retailer where it was purchased.

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers can call Maytag toll-free at (800) 868-5109 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to Maytag's Web site at www.washerrecall.com - Samsung customers can call (800) 515-7902 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to Samsung's Web site at www.Samsung.com/washerrecall

Products

Maytag- and Samsung-Brand Front Loading Washing Machines

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Major department and appliance stores nationwide from April 2005 through August 2006 for between $1,000 and $1,200.