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Fire / OverheatingJanuary 21, 2010CPSC #10118

BSH Home Appliances Corp. Expands Recall of Thermador Built-In Ovens Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Microwaves
Units affected
37,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recall involves Thermador Brand built-in double ovens with model numbers C272B, C302B, SEC272, SEC302, SECD272 and SECD302 and serial numbers between FD8403 through FD8701. Model and serial numbers are located on the underside of the control panel.

Hazard

The ovens can have gaps in the insulation where overheating can occur and when used in the self-cleaning mode it can cause nearby cabinets to catch fire. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries

BSH Home Appliances has received three additional reports of incidents, including two that resulted in fires that damaged surrounding cabinets. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from June 2004 through July 2007 for between $3,000 and $4,400.

Photos

C272 and C302SEC,SECD 272 and 302Model and Serial Number Location
View official CPSC recall

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