Wolf Appliance · Recalled
Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 24,000
- Reports
- 97
- Injuries
- 15
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $5,000–$9,000
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A "Wolf" appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door.
The file
- Sold at
- Home builders and appliance stores nationwide from January 1998 through June 2008 for between $5,000 and $9,000.
- Product type
- Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Wolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Incident log
Wolf has received 97 reports of units experiencing delayed ignition, including 15 minor burns. There have been no reports of fires or property damage.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas range 18-inch oven and contact the manufacturer to schedule a free, in-home repair. The large oven and all cooktop burners are not affected and may be used.
For more information, consumers can contact Wolf Appliance toll-free at (866) 643-6408 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.wolfappliance.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated SEP 03 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.