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Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

  • Recalled dishwasher by Viking Range
  • Recalled dishwasher by Viking Range
  • Recalled dishwasher by Viking Range
  • Location of model and serial number in dishwasher
  • Viking Range dishwasher label
Name of Product:
Viking dishwashers
Hazard:
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
April 10, 2012
Units:
About 2,000
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Viking toll-free at (800) 241-7239 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit Viking's website at www.vikingrange.com

Recall Details

Description:

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.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

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.
Manufacturer(s):
Viking Range Corporation of Greenwood, Miss.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
12-147

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