Safety Recall Medium Microwave

Maytag Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled for Burn Hazard

Hazard

The door latch assembly can fail, allowing the microwave to continue operating with the door ajar. This can expose consumers to microwave radiation and posed a potential burn hazard.

Recall Facts
Recall date
Sep 20, 2011
CPSC ref
11-321
Units affected
15,000

Affected Model Numbers

Check your appliance against this list

MMV4203WB MMV4203WQ MMV4203WS MMV4203WW MMV5208WB MMV5208WS MMV5208WW
Model number is typically located on a label inside the appliance door or on a side panel.

About This Recall

Maytag recalled approximately 15,000 over-the-range microwave ovens because the door latch can fail, allowing the microwave to continue operating with the door open. This presented a potential burn or radiation-exposure hazard.

Maytag received three reports of the door opening during operation. No injuries were reported.

Affected Models

The microwaves were sold at Lowe’s, Home Depot, Sears, and other major appliance retailers from March 2010 through August 2011. Model numbers begin with MMV4203 or MMV5208.

What to Do

Unplug the microwave and contact Maytag for a free inspection and replacement of the door latch assembly. Do not use the microwave until the repair is complete.

Consumer Remedy

What to do next

Consumers should stop using the microwave immediately and contact Maytag for a free door latch replacement. Do not attempt to repair the door latch yourself. Disconnect power until the unit is inspected by an authorized technician.

Recall information is provided for safety purposes. Always verify directly with CPSC at cpsc.gov.

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