Whirlpool, KitchenAid and JennAir brand glass cooktops Recalled for Fire Hazard
Hazard
The recalled cooktop surface elements can turn on by themselves, posing burn and fire hazards.
What You Should Do
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Whirlpool to arrange for a free installation of a replacement cooktop. When not in use, turn the unit off at the circuit breaker. Do not leave flammable materials or empty cookware on or near the cooktop.
Consumer Contact
Whirlpool toll-free at 888-900-7897 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at repair.whirlpoolcorp.com. Consumers can also visit either www.whirlpool.com, www.kitchenaid.com, or www.jennair.com and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Products
Whirlpool, KitchenAid and JennAir brand glass cooktops with touch controls
Injuries & Incidents
- Whirlpool Corporation has received 133 reports of incidents involving the cooktop surface elements turning on by themselves. This resulted in 14 reports, including 13 in the U.S. and 1 in Canada, of heat damage to nearby items and four reports of items catching on fire, including one report of property damage. Two minor burn injuries have been reported.