Frigidaire Recalls 180,000 Gas Ranges Over Delayed Ignition Burn Hazard

Electrolux has recalled about 174,800 Frigidaire-branded gas ranges in the U.S., plus another 5,300 in Canada (roughly 180,100 total), after at least 62 reports of delayed oven ignition — some resulting in burns and singed hair. The recall, issued in cooperation with the CPSC, covers 30-inch and 36-inch freestanding models under the Frigidaire, Frigidaire Gallery, and Frigidaire Professional lines sold between June 2025 and January 2026 (affected serial range VF52200000–VF54399999).

What's Failing

The bake burner in affected units can experience delayed ignition. Gas accumulates in the oven cavity for several seconds — sometimes longer — before the burner lights. When the gas finally catches, the result is a sudden flame burst out of the oven door or vent.

Of the 62 reported incidents, 30 resulted in burn injuries. Several consumers described flames shooting from the oven vent with enough force to singe cabinet faces and nearby curtains.

What Technicians Need to Know

If you encounter any of these models on a service call, here's the protocol:

1. Check the model and serial number. The affected range list is on the CPSC recall page. Serial numbers fall within specific manufacturing date ranges — not every unit of these models is affected.

2. Do not attempt a field repair with aftermarket parts. Electrolux is providing a free professional in-home installation of a new bake burner through authorized service channels.

3. Advise customers to stop using the oven immediately. Cooktop burners are safe to use. The oven function is the only hazard.

The Repair

The remedy is a free professional in-home installation of a new bake burner. The repair itself is straightforward — remove the oven bottom panel, disconnect the old bake burner, install the replacement, and verify ignition timing. Should take 30-45 minutes for an experienced tech.

Consumers can schedule a free in-home repair by contacting Electrolux Group at 866-291-7633 (Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–8 p.m. ET), [email protected], or www.GasOvenBurnerRecall.com.

Broader Pattern

Delayed ignition of the bake burner cuts across multiple brands and price points. For technicians, it's worth adding an ignition-timing check to your standard gas range inspection. Light the oven, count seconds to ignition. Anything over 60 seconds warrants a closer look at the bake burner and the gas valve's flow rate.

Sources

• U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. "Electrolux Group Recalls Frigidaire Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard" (Recall 26-333). cpsc.gov