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Sears and Kmart Recall Play Stoves Due to Tip-over Hazard

Reported: January 17, 2008 Initiated: January 17, 2008 #08166

Product Description

The self-assembled, wooden play stove is painted pink with six white knobs and a timer. The dimensions of the stove when assembled are 11 1/2" W x 13 3/4" D x 32 7/8" H.

Reason for Recall

A metal bracket connecting the door to the stove can cause a tip-over when the door is opened. This poses a risk of injury to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the bracket that connects the door to the stove to eliminate the hazard. Consumers may obtain updated assembly instructions by contacting Transform for Kenmore brand products. In some products, the updated assembly instructions are already included and replacement instructions are not required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The self-assembled, wooden play stove is painted pink with six white knobs and a timer. The dimensions of the stove when assembled are 11 1/2" W x 13 3/4" D x 32 7/8" H.. Recalled by Sears, Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.. Units affected: About 17,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A metal bracket connecting the door to the stove can cause a tip-over when the door is opened. This poses a risk of injury to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove and discard the bracket that connects the door to the stove to eliminate the hazard. Consumers may obtain updated assembly instructions by contacting Transform for Kenmore brand products. In some products, the updated assembly instructions are already included and replacement instructions are not required.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 17, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08166.