CPSC, Norcold Inc. Announce Recall of Refrigerators
What was recalled
The recalled refrigerators are white, with black trim on the front, and have the Norcold logo on the bottom left corner of the control panel. The refrigerators have cooling unit serial numbers within the range of 1038000 to 1099000, which can be found on the black canister at the bottom right of the back of the refrigerator.
Hazard
Tubing in the cooling unit can crack and leak flammable gas, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Injuries
Norcold has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Where it was sold
- Specialty retailers nationwide sold the refrigerators, from May 1999 through January 2000, for about $900.
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