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Kenmore Elite Ranges Recalled by Electrolux Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sears

Recall 15-142 · May 20, 2015 · Electrolux

What to doConsumers should immediately contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
15-142 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 20, 2015
Brand
Electrolux
Category
Kitchen and small appliances
Products
Sears Kenmore Elite slide-in ranges
Hazard
Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sears
Hazard type
Laceration and cuts
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 5,300
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 20, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves Sears Kenmore Elite stainless steel slide-in gas, electric and dual-fuel ranges with the following model and serial numbers. The model and serial numbers are located on the inside frame of the range door on the left side. Kenmore Elite is printed on the front of the oven door. Type Model Serial Numbers Gas 790.32623xxx AF41500007 - AF44902220 790.32633xxx AF41600811 - AF45004453 790.32643xxx AF41601928 - AF45003625 Electric 790.42553xxx AF41602002 - AF45006133 790.42563xxx AF42002743 - AF45005533 790.42623xxx AF42801297 - AF45000612 Dual Fuel 790.42603xxx AF40602184 - AF45004329 790.42613xxx AF42500541 - AF45003409

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Sears Kenmore Elite slide-in ranges · About 5,300 units

Photos from the recall notice

Kenmore Elite electric range
Kenmore Elite electric range
Location of model and serial numbers
Location of model and serial numbers
Kenmore Elite dual fuel range
Kenmore Elite dual fuel range

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Sears stores nationwide from May 2014 through April 2015 for between $2,400 and $3,700.; Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C..

Injuries or incidents reported

One consumer reported being cut by a sharp edge on the stainless steel trim below the range control panel and required stitches.

Consumer contact

Contact Transform for Kenmore brand products toll-free at (800) 659-7026 during the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Recall history and context

Electrolux appears in 11 CPSC recalls on record. See all Electrolux recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 149 recalls in the kitchen and small appliances category, 41 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Sears Kenmore Elite slide-in ranges (About 5,300 units). This recall involves Sears Kenmore Elite stainless steel slide-in gas, electric and dual-fuel ranges with the following model and serial numbers.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sears.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately contact Sears for a free inspection and free repair.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 20, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.