Dishwashers
Published June 3, 2010
Summary
CPSC records recall 10255, published June 3, 2010. Recalling firm: Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa or Maytag Corp. of Benton Harbor, Mich.; Reported units: About 1.7 million in the United States.
What's the hazard
An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a serious fire hazard.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it, inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire and contact Maytag to verify if their dishwasher is included in the recall. If the dishwasher is included in the recall, consumers can either schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate following the purchase of certain new Maytag brand stainless-steel tub dishwashers. The rebate is $150 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB7759, MDB7609 or MDBH979; or $250 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809 or MDB7709. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back
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Recall details
- Brand
- Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa or Maytag Corp. of Benton Harbor, Mich.
- Manufacturer
- Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa or Maytag Corp. of Benton Harbor, Mich.
- Distributor
- Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide from February 2006 through April 2010 for between $250 and $900.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Dishwashers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 10255 on June 3, 2010. Reported hazard: An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a serious fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it, inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire and contact Maytag to verify if their dishwasher is included in the recall. If the dishwasher is included in the recall, consumers can either schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate following the purchase of certain new Maytag brand stainless-steel tub dishwashers. The rebate is $150 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB7759, MDB7609 or MDBH979; or $250 if the consumer purchases new dishwasher models MDB8959, MDB8859, MDB7809 or MDB7709. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa or Maytag Corp. of Benton Harbor, Mich..