Maytag Corp. Recall of Jenn-Air Gas Cooktops
Jenn-Air Downdraft Gas Cooktops
Date of Recall
2004-11-17CPSC Release Number
05-050Manufactured In
U.S.Company Phone Number
(888) 330-3810Units
About 1,170Manufacturer
Maytag Corp., of Newton, IowaSold By
Appliance stores nationwide from January 2004 through September 2004 for about $2,000.Problem/Hazard
The recalled cooktops have switches located too close to the gas tubing leading to the grill burner. Electrical arcing can cause the tubing to leak gas and ignite, resulting in a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Maytag has received four reports of cooktops catching fire during use as a result of a gas leak. There have been no reports of injuries.Description
The recall includes built-in Jenn-Air model JGD8348CDP downdraft gas cooktops. They have serial numbers xxxxxxxEA through xxxxxxxER. The cooktops were manufactured by Maytag between January 1, 2004 and September 17, 2004. The model name and serial number are printed on a label on the vent fan housing, which is visible in the cabinet under the cooktop.Remedy
Customers who have purchased one of these recalled cooktops should contact Maytag to schedule a free, in-home repair. Consumers should stop using the grill or burners activated by the two left hand controls until the repair is completed. The center and right hand burners can be used.Consumer Contact
Contact Maytag Corp. at (888) 330-3810 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.maytag.comRecall Comments
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