Asko Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers – Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON DC. June 14, 2007. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Asko Cylinda AB of Vara, Sweden, announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Products: Asko DW95 Model Series Dishwashers
Units: About 130,000
Importer/Distributor: AM Appliance Group of Richardson, Texas
Hazard: An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The firm has received 21 reports of dishwasher fires. Product and property damage has been reported. No injuries have been reported.
Sold: Nationally from January 1995 through April 2000, for between $750 and $1,300.
Description: The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95 with model numbers 1355, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1595, 1655, 1805, 1885, and 1895, manufactured from January 1995 through April 2000. The model and serial numbers and manufacture date are printed on the name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and contact Asko to arrange for a free inspection and reapir or to participate in a rebate program.
Contact: Asko toll free (800) 309-9921 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Asko web site: www.askousa.com
