Frigidaire and Kenmore Wall Ovens Recalled by Electrolux Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 16759. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens and contact Electrolux or Transform for Kenmore brand products to schedule a free inspection and free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
CPSC recall 16759 has the recall date 26 Jul 2016. The notice names the firm Electrolux Home Products. The recall has about 1,000 units. The median CPSC recall of 2016 has 6,400 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Fire. CPSC gives the product type Ranges and Ovens.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None reported |
|---|---|
| Units | 1,000 |
| Remedy options | Repair |
| Description | This recall involves Frigidaire and Kenmore-branded electric single and double wall ovens made by Electrolux. They were sold in black, white or stainless steel. The single ovens measure about 24 inches wide, 32 inches tall and 25 inches deep. The double ovens measure about 24 inches wide, 51 inches tall and 25 inches deep. "Kenmore" or "Frigidaire" is printed below the oven window. The model and serial numbers are located on the left side trim on the inside of the oven. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall: Brand Product Model Serial Numbers Frigidaire 24" Electric Manual and Self Cleaning Wall Ovens FFEW2415QWA AF61206467 FFEW2425QSA AF61205416 Kenmore 790.40253410 AF60908622 through AF61207264 790.40259410 AF61106873 through AF61106888 790.40279410 AF61107422 through AF61107457 790.40282410 AF61301902 and AF61301928 790.40283410 AF61106898 through AF61208367 790.40289410 AF61200994 through AF61208403 |
| Product | Electric wall ovens, About 1,000, Ranges and Ovens |
| Sold at | Frigidaire ovens were sold by Knie Appliance & TV, Inc., in Illinois from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,000 and $1,400. Kenmore ovens were sold exclusively at Sears stores nationwide and online at www.sears.com from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,400 and $2,100. |
| Manufacturer | Electrolux Home Products Inc |
| Made in | United States |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 1,000Median of 2016: 6,400
- CPSC recalls of 2016
- 330
- Recalls of 2016 with one of the same hazards
- 29%
- Recalls of 2016 in the category Ranges and Ovens
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Electrolux Home Products
- 13
Other recalls of the firm
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 16759The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 16759. https://recallregister.com/product/7810-frigidaire-and-kenmore-wall-ovens-recalled-by-electrolux-due-to-fire-h/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 16759 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None reported
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Frigidaire ovens were sold by Knie Appliance & TV, Inc., in Illinois from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,000 and $1,400. Kenmore ovens were sold exclusively at Sears stores nationwide and online at www.sears.com from March 2016 through April 2016 for between $1,400 and $2,100.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 16759?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Repair
- How many units are in CPSC recall 16759?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 1,000