CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled cooktops have switches located too close to the gas tubing leading to the grill burner. Electrical arcing can cause the tubing to leak gas and ignite, resulting in a fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 17, 2004

CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall of Jenn-Air Gas Cooktops

The recall includes built-in Jenn-Air model JGD8348CDP downdraft gas cooktops. They have serial numbers xxxxxxxEA through xxxxxxxER. The cooktops were manufactured by Maytag between January 1, 2004 and September 17, 2004. The model name and serial number are printed on a label on the vent fan housing, which is visible in the cabinet under the cooktop.

Required Consumer Action

Customers who have purchased one of these recalled cooktops should contact Maytag to schedule a free, in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the grill or burners activated by the two left hand controls until the repair is completed. The center and right hand burners can be used.

Contact Information

Contact Maytag Corp. at (888) 330-3810 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.maytag.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Appliance stores nationwide from January 2004 through September 2004 for about $2,000.
Injuries
Maytag has received four reports of cooktops catching fire during use as a result of a gas leak. There have been no reports of injuries.
Manufacturer
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Recall Number
05050

Product Information

Product Name
Jenn-Air Downdraft Gas Cooktops
Product Type
Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
Number of Units
About 1,170
Manufacturer Name
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 330-3810
Website www.maytag.com
Full Contact Information

Contact Maytag Corp. at (888) 330-3810 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.maytag.com