Every recall we track for Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J. — 3 in all — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Samsung recalls slide-in electric ranges with specific model numbers due to fire risk from knobs being accidentally activated by pets or children. Owners must install free knob locks or covers to prevent fire hazards.
Samsung recalls all Galaxy Note7 smartphones due to fire and burn risks from lithium-ion batteries. Consumers must stop using devices and get a refund or replacement.
Samsung recalls Galaxy Note7 smartphones sold before Sept 15, 2016 due to fire and burn hazards. Consumers must stop using and return devices for free replacement or refund.
Complaints and injury reports the public filed with federal agencies, linked to Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.’s recalls — unedited excerpts.
Samsung has received over 300 reports of unintentional activation of the front-mounted knobs by humans or pets since 2013. These ranges have been involved in approximately 250 fires. At least 18 fires caused extensive property damage. Approximately 40 injuries…
Samsung has received 96 reports of batteries in Note7 phones overheating in the U.S., including 23 new reports since the September 15 recall announcement. Samsung has received 13 reports of burns and 47 reports of property damage associated with Note7 phones.
Samsung has received 92 reports of the batteries overheating in the U.S., including 26 reports of burns and 55 reports of property damage, including fires in cars and a garage.
