CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations

Active Recall Announced October 16, 2001 CPSC #02018

Quick answer

CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations is CPSC recall #02018, announced on October 16, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These are microwave oven and exhaust fan hood combination units that are installed above ranges. They were sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names. They have serial numbers that begin with XC. Open the door to locate the serial and model numbers. Countertop microwaves are not included in this recall. The remedy is consumers with recalled microwave-hood combinations should immediately stop using them and disconnect the units by unplugging them. consumers can call whirlpool corp. for a free repair.. Affected brand: Whirlpool Corp..

Hazard

These are microwave oven and exhaust fan hood combination units that are installed above ranges. They were sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names. They have serial numbers that begin with XC. Open the door to locate the serial and model numbers. Countertop microwaves are not included in this recall.

Affected products

Microwave-hood combinations sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names

Recalled brands

Whirlpool Corp.

Remedy

Consumers with recalled microwave-hood combinations should immediately stop using them and disconnect the units by unplugging them. Consumers can call Whirlpool Corp. for a free repair.

Recall date

October 16, 2001

Categories

Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02018?

CPSC recall #02018 covers CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 16, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These are microwave oven and exhaust fan hood combination units that are installed above ranges. They were sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names. They have serial numbers that begin with XC. Open the door to locate the serial and model numbers. Countertop microwaves are not included in this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #02018?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02018 is consumers with recalled microwave-hood combinations should immediately stop using them and disconnect the units by unplugging them. consumers can call whirlpool corp. for a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Whirlpool-Announce-Recall-of-Microwave-Hood-Combinations. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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