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Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
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Why it was recalled
Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
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SaferProducts.gov reports
Whirlpool has received five reports of incidents, including one home fire, two fires involving the surrounding cabinets, one report of smoke, and one report of a burning odor.
The official remedy
Remedy type: other
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement product.
Product and sales details
ManufacturerWhirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
UnitsAbout 15,200
Made inChina
Sold atBest Buy, HH Gregg, Lowes, Sears and other home improvement, home appliance and retail stores and by homebuilders nationwide
Sales periodJanuary 2014 – April 2016
Price$370 to $470
Category
Appliances
How to reach the firm
Phone
800-990-6254
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Recall page
http://repair.whirlpoolcorp.com
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