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Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard

Date: August 25, 2016
Company: Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement product.

Affected Products

This recall involves Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations. The microwave ovens were sold in stainless steel, black and white. Model numbers and serial numbers are located on the inside of the unit, above the oven cavity on the left hand side. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall: Model Numbers Serial Numbers WMH53520CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH53520CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CS TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CW TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CB TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CE TR33500000 to TR34899999 WMH73521CH TR33500000 to TR34899999 A complete list of model and serial numbers included in this recall is posted on the firm's website at http://repair.whirlpoolcorp.com.

Why Was This Recalled?

Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.

Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich. has 4 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report