Fisher & Paykel Gas Ranges Recall Due to Burn Hazard
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Fisher & Paykel is recalling certain RGV3 model gas ranges due to a risk of burn hazard from delayed ignition, affecting about 433 units sold in the United States.
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This notice was issued by CPSC on April 16, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The recall involves Fisher & Paykel gas ranges where the ovens can experience delayed ignition, causing gas to accumulate and the oven door to open from combustion, posing a burn hazard to users. The firm has received 18 reports of this issue and one report of a minor burn injury.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are Fisher & Paykel 30, 36, and 48-inch stainless steel, free-standing or self-contained gas ranges (RGV3 models) in natural gas or liquified petroleum gas. The recalled models include: RGV3-305-N, RGV3-305-L, RGV3-366-N, RGV3-366-L, RGV3-304-N, RGV3-304-L, RGV3-486GD-N, RGV3-486GD-L, RGV3-488N, RGV3-488L, RGV3-485GD-N, and RGV3-485GD-L. These have serial numbers starting with EEV, ERV, EAV, EYV, EUV, ELV, or RFV, and date codes from May 25 to January 26. About 433 units were sold in the United States, with additional units in Canada. They were sold at Factory Builder Stores, Albert Lee Inc, and other appliance retail stores nationwide from June 2025 through March 2026 for between $6,200 and $14,000. UPC codes include: 822843828494, 822843828500, 822843820023, 822843820030, 822843820047, 822843820054, 822843823833, 822843823840, 822843829736, 822843829743, 822843829750, and 822843829767.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the ovens in the recalled gas ranges and contact Fisher & Paykel for a free inspection and repair. Fisher & Paykel will provide a professional in-home repair of the oven's ignitor; consumers can continue to use the cooktop burners. Contact Fisher & Paykel toll-free at 866-936-7327 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at techphotos@fisherpaykel.com with the title 'Ignitor Inspection', or visit https://support.fisherpaykel.com/s/product-recall/professional-ranges for more information.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses a burn hazard that could affect users during oven operation, highlighting the importance of proper ignition systems in gas appliances to prevent potential injuries. It impacts a significant number of high-end ranges sold nationwide, emphasizing the need for consumers to verify and address safety issues promptly.
Source
This information is from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). For more details, visit: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Free-Standing-Professional-Gas-Ranges-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Burn-Hazard-Manufactured-by-Fisher-and-Paykel
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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