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The model and serial numbers can be found on a label in one of three locations: On the bottom of the control panel above the door, on the front of the oven cavity below the control panel, or on the inside of the left side panel; which can be seen by removing the left front grate and burner bowl.
Why it was recalled
The ranges' ovens can turn on by themselves, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Viking Range has received 75 reports of gas ranges turning on by themselves, including three reports of burns and four reports of property damage claims, with one claim resulting in a payment of $850.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Viking Range to schedule a free in-home repair. While waiting for a free repair, consumers can contact Viking Range for steps to avoid a burn injury.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Viking Range LLC
- Manufacturer
- Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.
- Recall number
- 15-144
- Units
- About 52,000 in the U.S. and about 8,300 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- ABT, Ferguson, Morrison, Pacific Sales, PC Richard & Son and other stores nationwide from July 2007 through June 2014 for between $4,000 and $13,000.
Gas ranges
CPSC product type: Ranges and Ovens
Recall contact information
Viking Range toll-free at (877) 929-2581, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or www.vikingrange.com and click on Safety Recall Information at the bottom right of the homepage for more information.
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Publication and verification
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