In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Maytag Corporation voluntarily recalled approximately 2.3 million Maytag and Jenn-Air brand undercounter and portable plastic tub dishwashers. Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with internal wiring, which can short-circuit and ignite.
CPSC Recall Details
- Recall Date: February 1, 2007
- Recall Number: 07-096
- Units Affected: Approximately 2.3 million (Maytag and Jenn-Air combined)
- Manufacturer: Maytag Corporation (Whirlpool)
Affected Jenn-Air Models
Jenn-Air dishwashers with model numbers beginning with: JDB3, JDB4, JDB5, JDB6, JDB7.
Serial numbers ending with: SM, SQ, SS, SU, SW, SY, SZ, UB, UD, UF, UH, UK, UM, UQ, US, UU, UW, UY, UZ, WB, WD, WF, WH, WK, WM, WQ, WS, WU, WW, WY, WZ, YB, YD, YF, YH, YK, YM, YQ, YS, YU, YW, YY, YZ.
The model and serial number are on a label visible when you open the dishwasher door, typically on the left side of the tub or door frame.
Hazard
Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher’s internal wiring, which can short-circuit and ignite. Maytag received 135 reports of dishwasher fires resulting in product and/or property damage. Four injuries were reported, including three cases of smoke inhalation and one serious hand laceration from operating a fire extinguisher.
Sold At
Department and appliance stores nationwide. Sold under the Maytag and Jenn-Air brand names.
Recommended Action
Contact Maytag/Whirlpool for a free in-home repair, or receive a $75 cash-back reimbursement following purchase of a new Maytag, Jenn-Air, Whirlpool, or KitchenAid dishwasher.
Urgency Level
High — fire hazard. 135 fire incidents reported. Contact manufacturer immediately.