Gas Ranges and Wall Ovens Recalled by Prizer-Painter Stove Works Due to Burn Hazard
BlueStar and Big Chill gas ranges and wall ovens
Date of Recall
2018-09-11
CPSC Release Number
18-218
Manufactured In
U.S.
Units
About 7,100 (In addition, about 2,500 units in Canada)
Sold By
Specialty appliance stores and kitchen equipment dealers nationwide from May 2015 through October 2017 for between $3,300 and $18,100.
Problem/Hazard
Use of the convection oven fan during pre-heating or broiling can cause accumulated gas to ignite, posing a burn hazard to consumers when oven door is opened.
Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 51 reports of flames or flares due to delayed gas ignition, including 7 reported minor burns.
Description
Remedy
Repair
Consumer Contact
Prizer-Painter Stove Works at 800-449-8691 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bluestarcooking.com or www.bigchill.com and click on "Voluntary Recall" for more information.