Recall #01-236 · Published September 26, 2001

Amana Big Oven gas ranges

CPSC, Maytag Corp. Announce Recall to Repair of Amana Gas Ranges

CPSC published a recall notice for Amana Big Oven gas ranges from Amana Big Oven on September 26, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: During the broil and self-clean modes, the range can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), presenting the potential for CO poisoning to consumers. Additionally, during the broil and self-clean modes, the temperature of the storage drawer can become extremely high, presenting the risk of burn injuries to consumers. The ranges are safe to use for baking and for cooking on the surface burners. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the self-clean or broil functions of the ranges immediately. Consumers should call Amana for an in-home inspection and free repair.

Recalled Amana Big Oven gas range with location of model number and certification plate
Recalled Amana Big Oven gas range with location of model number and certification plate
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Affected model numbers

ACF3315AACF3335AACF3375A
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: ACF3315A, ACF3335A, ACF3375A.

Why it was recalled

During the broil and self-clean modes, the range can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), presenting the potential for CO poisoning to consumers. Additionally, during the broil and self-clean modes, the temperature of the storage drawer can become extremely high, presenting the risk of burn injuries to consumers. The ranges are safe to use for baking and for cooking on the surface burners.

Incidents and injuries

Maytag has received one report of the temperature on the storage drawer becoming extremely high. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the self-clean or broil functions of the ranges immediately. Consumers should call Amana for an in-home inspection and free repair.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa
Recall number
01-236
Units
About 50,000
Sold at / sales period
Appliance and retail stores nationwide sold these gas ranges, from May 2000 through July 2001, for between $600 and $850.

Amana Big Oven gas ranges

CPSC product type: Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves

Recall contact information

Consumers may call Amana toll-free at (800) 544-2538 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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