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Bosch and Siemens dishwashers

Electrical component can overheat, posing risk of fire.

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PRODUCTS: 476,500 dishwashers sold at appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from 5/99 through 12/06 for $550 to $1,100. The manufacturer has received 30 reports of fire that caused property damage.

WHAT TO DO: Stop using the dishwasher and call the repair hotline at 800-856-9226 or go to www.boschappliances.com or www.siemens-home.com for a list of model and serial numbers and for a free repair.

Refrigerators made by Maytag

An electrical failure in the relay, which turns on the compressor, can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard.

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