CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

During extended broiling, gas can build in the oven cavity and escape when the oven door is opened. This poses a burn and possible fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 20, 2008

Frigidaire Canada Recalls Kenmore Wall Ovens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves Kenmore 24-inch-wide gas and propane, wall-mounted ovens. The self-cleaning ovens were sold in white, black, bisque and stainless steel, and have the Kenmore name printed on the oven control panel. The model and serial numbers of the ovens that are part of this recall can be found on the frame on the left side of the oven cavity. Model Numbers 790.30472400, 790.30473400, 790.30473401, 790.30474400, 790.30479400 Serial Number Range NF401xxxxx through NF610xxxxx

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the "broil" feature on recalled ovens and contact Transform for Kenmore branded products to schedule a free repair. Consumers may continue to use the "bake" feature.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Transform for Kenmore brand products toll-free at (800) 659-7026 during the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Recall Details

Sold At
Sears, Sears Hardware, Kmart and the great indoors stores nationwide and Sears.com from September 2004 through October 2007 for between $760 and $1,150.
Injuries
Electrolux has received 16 reports of incidents involving gas build-up, including flames escaping from the oven door, burns to the hands and face, and singed hair.
Manufacturer
Frigidaire Canada, a sister company of Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Recall Number
08573

Product Information

Product Name
Kenmore Wall Ovens
Product Type
Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
Number of Units
About 7,500
Manufacturer Name
Frigidaire Canada, a sister company of Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In
Canada

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone (800) 659-7026
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Transform for Kenmore brand products toll-free at (800) 659-7026 during the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.