CPSCNovember 5, 2009

Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves recall: Shock Hazard

Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard

Why was Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET 7 days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.samsung.com/otrrecall

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
Samsung Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Company
Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
Quantity
About 43,000
Sold at
Retail stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $180 and $200.
Recall date
November 5, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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 lots Affected Serial Number Range From serial number To serial number All SMH9151x produced from January through May 2009: xxxxxxxS1xxxxxx xxxxxxxS5xxxxxx Some products produced in June were also affected: From serial number To serial number SMH9151B xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600100 xxxxxxTS601100 SMH9151S xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS601386 SMH9151ST xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151STE xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxTS600330 SMH9151W xxxxxxOS600001 xxxxxxTS600001 xxxxxxOS600200 xxxxxxTS602055

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