A large-scale recall of Maytag dishwashers has been issued recently. The dishwashers are linked to house fires caused by a flaw in the machines, and affect 2.3 million washers, according to the manufacturer. See the following release from the company:
Maytag Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Maytag Corporation of Newton, Iowa, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Maytag® and Jenn-Air® brand dishwashers.

Hazard: Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher’s internal wiring which can short-circuit and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Maytag has received 135 reports of dishwasher fires, resulting in product and/or property damage. Four injuries have been reported, including three reports of smoke inhalation and one serious hand laceration when operating a fire extinguisher to put out a fire in the dishwasher.

Description: The recall involves Maytag® and Jenn-Air® under counter or portable plastic tub dishwashers. The dishwashers have black, white, almond, bisque and stainless steel front panels.

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