Dishwasher
Dishwasher was recalled on 21 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0359/08. Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of fire because a faulty component presents a potential risk of overheating or fire in the affected dishwashers.
| Alert Number | 0359/08 |
| Brand | ELECTROLUX; AEG-ELECTROLUX and ZANUSSI-ELECTROLUX. |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | 1. ELECTROLUX ESF 45010, barcode 8009279648380,2. ELECTROLUX ESF 65020, barcode 8009279648595,3. AEG FAV 44860, barcode 8009279639517, 4. AEG FAV 64480 I-W, barcode 8009279640407, 5. AEG FAV 64480 I-D, barcode 8009279640414, 6. AEG FAV 64480 I-M, barcode 8009279640421, 7. AEG FAV 64480 I-A, barcode 8009279640438, 8. AEG FAV 40860, barcode /8009279650871, 9. AEG FAV 50870, barcode 8009279652943, 10. AEG FMAGIC IM, barcode 8009279642968, 11. AEG FAV 55090 I-W, barcode 8009279649820, 12. AEG FAV 44080 Ι-D, barcode 8009279650444, 13. AEG FAV 65090 I-M, barcode 8009279649905.14. Models EDW 1100 and EDW 1500. |
| Published | 21 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because a faulty component presents a potential risk of overheating or fire in the affected dishwashers.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Freestanding, built-under or built-in models. Dishwashers using two electronic families (identified as models EDW 1100 and EDW 1500) produced during the period from week 24 2006 until week 23 2007 have been assembled using a defective component. The problem manifests itself some 3 to 11 months from installation. The model (Mod), Product Number Code (PNC) and Serial Number (S.N.) of the dishwasher are printed on the side of the dishwasher door. It is also printed on the user manual which comes with the appliance.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Dishwasher.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.