Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 12147 · Apr 10, 2012 · Viking Range
2,000
units affected
2,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12147
- Date
- Apr 10, 2012
- Company
- Viking Range
- Units affected
- 2,000
- Product
- Viking dishwashers
- Product type
- Dishwashers
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recall includes Viking 24" Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured between May and September 2010. They 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 and manufacture dates included on this recall are: Model Numbers Starting With*: Date Codes - first six digits of serial number: DDB325 DFB450 VDB325 VDB450 052610 through 091510 * Model numbers ending with an E are not included on the recall.
What can happen
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Viking has received 21 reports of incidents, including five reports of property damage from fires. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Appliance and specialty retail stores nationwide from June 2010 through March 2012 for between $1,425 and $2,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled viking dishwashers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.
What is the hazard?
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
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.