Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Date of Recall
2007-06-07

CPSC Release Number
07-207

Manufactured In
Spain

Company Phone Number
(800) 758-1001

Units
About 2,000

Manufacturer
BSH Home Appliances Corp. of Huntington Beach, Calif.

Sold By
Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from October 2006 through March 2007 for between $1,800 and $2,200.

Problem/Hazard
The cooktop can come on by itself when switched off, creating a potential fire hazard if flammable items are left on the cooktop.

Injuries/Incidents
None.

Description
The cooktop has electric and induction heating elements with a black ceramic glass surface. This recall involves model numbers CIT302DS/01 and CIT362DS/01 with date codes between 8606 and 8612. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the cooktop.

Remedy
Consumers should disconnect the cooktop at the circuit breaker when not in use, and never leave anything on the cooktop when it is unattended. Contact BSH Home Appliances for a free in-home repair.

Consumer Contact
For more information, contact BSH Home Appliances at (800) 758-1001 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.thermador.com

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