Electric Oven Ranges Recalled Nationwide for Fire Risk

<ulectric Oven Ranges Recalled Nationwide for Fire Risk

Danger Lurks in the Stove: Samsung Electric Oven Ranges Recall Issued Due to Fire Risk

Approximately 1,120,905 electric ranges on Samsung ovens have been recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This is due to the ranges posing a fire hazard.

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Hazards Lurking On Your Stovetop

The hazard affects the front-mounted knobs on the electric stovetops, as they can be easily activated through accidental contact from humans or pets. This means that even the simplest of actions, such as walking by or simply having a pet pass by the oven, can cause the stove to turn on, potentially leading to a fire.

Recalled Models: Check if Your Samsung Oven is Affected

The affected ovens and ranges were sold at Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot and other appliance stores nationwide and online. To check if your Samsung oven is recalled, please refer to the list of impacted models below:

Reports of Unintended Activation and Fires

Since 2013, Samsung has received over 300 reports of “unintentional activation” from consumers, including 250 fires. Of these reports, 40 injuries have been reported, 18 fires caused serious damage to the property and seven fires resulted in the death of a pet.

What Should You Do?

If your Samsung oven is affected by this recall, immediately contact the company for a free replacement of the range. You can call Samsung toll-free at 833-775-0120 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, email at rangesupport@sea.samsung.com or visit Samsung’s recall website to request free knob locks or covers.

Safety Tips

”Never place, leave or store anything on the top of your range,” the CPSC notes. “Such items can ignite if the range is accidentally activated or left on. Fires can occur when items are left on the top surface of any range that is accidentally activated or left on.”

Conclusion

Electric oven ranges are a staple in many households, but it’s crucial to check if your Samsung oven falls under the recall list. With hazards lurking on your stovetop, stay safe and take immediate action to exchange your range for a free replacement or request free knob locks or covers.

FAQs

Q: What do I do if my Samsung oven falls under the recall list?
A: Immediate contact the company for a free replacement of the range.

Q: How do I receive a free replacement or knob lock/cover?
A: By calling Samsung toll-free at 833-775-0120, email at rangesupport@sea.samsung.com or visiting Samsung’s recall website.

Q: What is the purpose of recalling Samsung electric oven ranges?
A: Due to the front-mounted knobs potentially being activated through accidental contact from humans or pets, posing a fire risk to consumers.

Q: What are some safety tips to prevent fires from occurring with electric oven ranges?
A: NEVER place, leave or store anything on the top of your range, as it can ignite if the range is accidentally activated or left on.