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Product recall · CPSCDecember 16, 2010Serious
Fagor America Inc. Refrigerators
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The refrigerator's control board can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the refrigerator, unplug it and contact the Fagor repair hotline to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Fagor America at (888) 354-4411 between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.fagoramerica.com
The product
This recall involves Fagor 24-inch wide refrigerators sold in stainless steel and black. "Fagor" is printed on the refrigerator's front door. Model and serial numbers are located inside the refrigerator door, on the left hand side near the food storage drawers. Models Serial Numbers Within the Range of Fagor T/3FCA-68NFX Serial numbers starting with 0609xxxxx through 0727xxxxx 3FCA-68NFX Serial numbers starting with 0746xxxxx through 1017xxxxx FCA-86ART Serial numbers starting with 0839xxxxx through 0915xxxxx
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,400
- Recall date
- December 16, 2010
- Brand
- Fagor America Inc., of Lyndhurst, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Fagor America has received 19 reports of incidents, including two reports of fires resulting in damage to the refrigerator and surrounding property. No injuries have been reported.
Specialty Home Appliance Stores nationwide between July 2006 and May 2010 for between $2,000 and $2,500.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Fagor America Inc. Recalls Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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