Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Date of Recall
2009-11-05CPSC Release Number
10-031Manufactured In
MalaysiaCompany Phone Number
(888) 402-6974Units
About 43,000Importer
Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.Sold By
Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200.Problem/Hazard
If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recall involves Samsung 1000 watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall:| Affected production lots | Affected Serial Number Range | |
|---|---|---|
| From serial number | To serial number | |
| All SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009: | xxxxxxxS1xxxxxx | xxxxxxxS5xxxxxx |
| Some products produced in June were also affected: | From serial number | To serial number |
| SMH9151B |
xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 |
xxxxxxOS600100 xxxxxxTS601100 |
| SMH9151S | xxxxxxTS600001 | xxxxxxTS601386 |
| SMH9151ST | xxxxxxTS600001 | xxxxxxTS600330 |
| SMH9151STE | xxxxxxTS600001 | xxxxxxTS600330 |
| SMH9151W |
xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 |
xxxxxxOS600200 xxxxxxTS602055 |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET 7 days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.samsung.com/otrrecallRecall Comments
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