FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 14, 2007
Release #07-213

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 309-9921
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Asko Cylinda Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Products: Asko DW95 Model Series Dishwashers

Units: About 130,000

Manufacturer: Asko Cylinda AB, of Vara, Sweden

Importer/Distributor: AM Appliance Group Inc., of Richardson, Texas

Hazard: An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a
fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 21 reports of dishwasher
fires. Product and property damage has been reported. No injuries have
been reported.

Description: The recalled dishwashers include the ASKO model series DW95
with model numbers 1355, 1375, 1385, 1475, 1485, 1555, 1585, 1595, 1655,
1805, 1885, and 1895 manufactured from January 1995 through April 2000.
The model number, serial numbers and manufacture date are printed on the
name plate on the right interior side of the dishwasher door. Asko
dishwashers manufactured after April 2000 are not included in the
recall.

Sold by: Major kitchen appliance distributors/dealers nationwide from
January 1995 through April 2000 for between $750 and $1,300.

Manufactured in: Sweden

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dishwashers immediately and
contact Asko to arrange for a free inspection and repair or to
participate in a rebate program.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Asko toll-free at
(866) 309-9921 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at ASKO Appliances

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
Asko Cylinda Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard