Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines Recalled for Spinner Malfunction Risk
Maytag is recalling about 5,000 front-loading washing machines because the spinner could break apart if operated at maximum capacity, posing a safety risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the spinner could break apart, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for unreported injury risks.
Plain-English summary
Maytag Corp. is recalling about 5,000 white front-loading washing machines with model number MAH9700. The affected units have serial numbers ranging from 10188468GA through 11683946GJ. These model and serial numbers are located inside the door opening and below the rubber boot. The machines were manufactured by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. of South Korea and distributed by Maytag Corp. of Newton, Iowa.
The recall is due to a safety risk where the spinner could malfunction and break apart if the washer is operated at maximum load capacity. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect. The affected washing machines were sold at major department and appliance stores nationwide from April 2005 through May 2005 for approximately $1,300.
Consumers should use care not to exceed the listed capacity of their machines. They should contact Maytag at (800) 462-9267 or visit www.maytag.com to arrange a free in-home service call to replace the washer's control board.
The recalled product
- Product
- Maytag Front-Loading Washing Machines
- Manufacturer
- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., of South Korea
- Affected units
- 5,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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