[Recalled] Viking built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door dispensers — This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigera… | CPSC 2013-11-19
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Viking built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door dispensers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Viking Range LLC, of Greenwood, Miss. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 14023 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 November 2013 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Viking 42-inch and 48-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator freezers with in-door water and ice dispensers. The recalled refrigerator freezers come in a variety of colors, stainless steel or a custom finish. They were manufactured between October 2012 and May 2013 and have the model numbers listed below. The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in MM/DD/YY format. Both sizes of refrigerator freezers have a serial number/date code range from 101712 through 052913. The model and serial numbers are located inside the refrigerators on a label on the ceiling behind the light housing. Size Model Numbers begin with Color/Finish 42-inch FDSB5421D Custom VCSB5421D Various colors 48-inch FDSB5481D Custom VCSB5481D Various colors Hazards: Electrical connectors in the refrigerator freezer wiring harness can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
Read the full official notice →
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