Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
CPSC Recall #10-031 — November 4, 2009
Product
Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Description
The recall involves Samsung 1000 watt over-the-range microwave ovens. The following model and serial numbers are included in this recall:Affected production lotsAffected Serial Number Range From serial numberTo serial numberAll SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009:xxxxxxxS1xxxxxxxxxxxxxS5xxxxxx Some products produced in June were also affected:From serial numberTo serial numberSMH9151BxxxxxxOS600001xxxxxxTS600001xxxxxxOS600100xxxxxxTS601100SMH9151SxxxxxxTS600001xxxxxxTS601386SMH9151STxxxxxxTS600001xxxxxxTS600330SMH9151STExxxxxxTS600001xxxxxxTS600330SMH9151WxxxxxxOS600001xxxxxxTS600001xxxxxxOS600200xxxxxxTS602055
Hazard
If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair.
Units Affected
About 43,000
Sold At
Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200.
Importer
Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
Manufactured In
Malaysia