Following Plumber's Death, Electric Ranges Recalled by Arçelik A.S. Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards

Recall date

May 19, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

17159

Brand / firm

Arçelik A.S., of Turkey

Sold / distributed

AJ Madison, State Street Discount and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from October 2012 through March 2017 for between $1,000 and $1,500.

Why it was recalled

The electric ranges can become energized, posing electric shock and electrocution hazards to a consumer who touches the range

What was recalled

This recall involves Blomberg BERU 24200 SS, BERU 24100 SS and Summit CLRE24 24-inch wide freestanding glass top electric ranges. The ranges were sold in stainless steel and black. A label on the lower frame of the range inside the over door has the brand name "Blomberg" or "Summit," the model name and number BERU 24200 SS, BERU 24100 SS or CLRE24 and a 10-digit serial number. Serial numbers included in the recall are: 12 XXXXXX XX 15 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 03 16 XXXXXX 06 13 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 01 16 XXXXXX 04 16 XXXXXX 07 14 XXXXXX XX 16 XXXXXX 02 16 XXXXXX 05 16 XXXXXX 08

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ranges and avoid touching the range until electricity to the range is turned off at the fuse box. Consumers should contact the firm to schedule a free on-site inspection and repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.