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

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May 20, 2015, 08:00 ET

WASHINGTON, May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Kenmore-Elite-Ranges-Recalled-by-Electrolux/

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Sears Kenmore Elite slide-in ranges

Hazard: The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

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

Consumer Contact: Sears at (800) 873-5011 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT on Saturday or online at www.sears.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 5,300

Description: 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
Dual Fuel	790.42613xxx	AF42500541 – AF45003409

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

Sold exclusively at: Sears stores nationwide from May 2014 through April 2015 for between $2,400 and $3,700.

Distributor: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

Manufactured in: United States

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