CPSCJune 7, 2007

Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH Home

Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH Home recalled?

The cooktop can come on by itself when switched off, creating a potential fire hazard if flammable items are left on the cooktop.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should disconnect the cooktop at the circuit breaker when not in use, and never leave anything on the cooktop when it is unattended. Contact BSH Home Appliances for a free in-home repair. Contact: For more information, contact BSH Home Appliances at (800) 758-1001 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.thermador.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Thermador® Brand Ceramic Cooktops
Company
BSH Home Appliances Corp. of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Quantity
About 2,000
Sold at
Appliance and specialty stores nationwide from October 2006 through March 2007 for between $1,800 and $2,200.
Recall date
June 7, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The cooktop has electric and induction heating elements with a black ceramic glass surface. This recall involves model numbers CIT302DS/01 and CIT362DS/01 with date codes between 8606 and 8612. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the cooktop.

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