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CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations

Last updated: 2025-07-24 · Source: GearVerify Atlas

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CRITICAL

These units can overheat and catch fire.

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What this recall means for you

These are microwave oven and exhaust fan hood combination units that are installed above ranges. They were sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names. They have serial numbers that begin with XC. Open the door to locate the serial and model numbers. Countertop microwaves are not included in this recall.

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Recall data

Brand	Whirlpool Corp., of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Product	Microwave-hood combinations sold under the Whirlpool®, KitchenAid® and Kenmore® brand names
Deaths Reported	None reported
Primary Hazard	fire
Remedy	Stop using the product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a refund, repair, or replacement.
Category	consumer
Recall Date	Oct 15, 2001
Record ID	CPSC-02018

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Source	cpsc.gov
Last Updated	2025-07-24
Published	2001-10-15
Record ID	CPSC-02018