Dishwashers recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 6, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Viking Range Expands Dishwasher Recall Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

15210

Brand / firm

Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss.

Sold / distributed

Appliance and specialty retail stores nationwide from July 2008 through March 2012 for between $1,225 and $2,000.

Why it was recalled

An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

The recall includes Viking Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured before April 1, 2011. The recalled dishwashers are 24 inches wide and were sold in black, white and 24 other custom colors, stainless steel and with custom wood panels. The name "Viking" appears on the control panel at the top of the door. The model and serial number are located on the identification plate mounted on the inside on the left side of the dishwasher door opening. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date in MMDDYY format, e.g., serial number 052610 was manufactured on May 26, 2010. Model numbers and manufacture dates included on this recall are: Model Numbers starting with: Manufacture Date = first six digits of serial number: DDB200, FDB200, VDB200, DFB450 or VDB450 All date codes before 120110 VDB325 or DDB325 All date codes before 040111

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking for a free in-home repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.