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  1. 2019

    Kenmore Elite microwave ovens recalled for burn hazard

    Recall announced

    Kenmore Elite microwave ovens were recalled for repair after incorrect wiring caused the exterior to reach temperatures exceeding 183 degrees Fahrenheit, posing a burn hazard. About 700 units were recalled.

    Source excerpt

    • According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, the incorrect wiring has caused the microwave’s exterior to reach temperatures exceeding 183 degrees Fahrenheit, posing a burn hazard to the user.
    • A product of the brand Kenmore Elite Microwave Ovens is being recalled for repair.
    • Sears has recalled 700 Kenmore Elite microwaves because faulty wiring can result in the exterior of the countertop microwave getting hot enough to cause a burn.