Recall#
11-153
Recall Date
March 02, 2011
Product Name
Product Manufacturer
“Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz GmbH, of Austria” Austria
Units Affected
“About 5,702 units”
Recall Description
The refrigerator’s door can detach.
Possible Hazard
“The refrigerator’s door can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.”
Reported Incidents
Liebherr has received ten reports of doors detaching. No injuries reported.
Remedy
“Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Liebherr immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should check their refrigerator immediately to see whether the door hinge pin has become loose as indicated by a popped up hinge pin at the top or bottom. If the hinge has not become loose and the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it is repaired.”
Retailers
“Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from February 2004 through January 2011 for between $4,400 and $5,000.”
Information provided by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission