CPSC Recall in 2002: CPSC and BSH Home Appliances Corp. Announce Recall to Repair 45 Inch Electric Cook Tops

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-503

Date: October 10, 2002

Product Name: 45 Inch Electric Cook Tops

Recall Description:

BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 330 electric cook tops. The recalled electric cook tops were sold under the "Thermador" brand name and have the model number TMH45PS and serial numbers ranging from 82030001 through 82070100. The model number and serial number can be found inside the cook top, under the hinged top. The recalled stainless steel cook tops are 45 inches wide, have four coil elements, and a griddle/grill. Appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the cook tops from March 2002 through September 2002 for between $1,000 and $1,100.

Hazard Description:

The cooking controls are miswired, which can pose a shock hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 330

Incidents:

BSH Home Appliance has received 2 reports of the cooking controls malfunctioning, though no injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Appliance and specialty stores nationwide sold the cook tops from March 2002 through September 2002 for between $1,000 and $1,100.

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