Janome America Inc. Recalls Elna Sewing Machines Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 11237 · Jun 1, 2011 · Janome America Inc.
600
units affected
600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11237
- Date
- Jun 1, 2011
- Company
- Janome America Inc.
- Units affected
- 600
- Product
- Sewing machine
- Product type
- Sewing Machines
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the Elna eXcellence 740 sewing machine. The machine is white and navy with a digital touch panel. "Elna" and "eXcellence 740" are printed on the front of the machine.
What can happen
The wires inside the sewing machine can short circuit, posing a risk of fire.
The fix
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the machine and return it to the store where it was purchased for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm knows of one report of a sewing machine catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Sold at
- Sewing machine stores nationwide from September 2010 through April 2011 for about $3,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled sewing machine?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the machine and return it to the store where it was purchased for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The wires inside the sewing machine can short circuit, posing a risk of fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.