Petters Consumer Brands, LLC Recalls Sunbeam Gas Ranges after Two Incidents of Scorched Floors
Recall 06181 · Jun 8, 2006 · Petters Consumer Brands, LLC
3,600
units affected
3,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06181
- Date
- Jun 8, 2006
- Company
- Petters Consumer Brands, LLC
- Units affected
- 3,600
- Product
- Sunbeam Gas Ranges
- Product type
- Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
The recalled Sunbeam-branded gas ranges are of various colors and show the Sunbeam brand name on the backguard panel.
What can happen
These ranges lack an adequate heat shield, and can cause scorching of certain flooring materials directly under the appliance.
The fix
Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Petters Consumer Brands has received two reports of scorched floors. No injuries or other damage has been reported.
- Sold at
- Appliance stores nationwide from February 2006 through May 2006 for between $200 and $400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled sunbeam gas ranges?
Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy.
What is the hazard?
These ranges lack an adequate heat shield, and can cause scorching of certain flooring materials directly under the appliance.
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.