Tens of thousands of Frigidaire gas ranges in kitchens across the United States and Canada may pose a serious burn hazard to anyone who turns on the oven.
Electrolux Group is recalling more than 174,000 Frigidaire gas ranges after 62 reports of delayed ignition of the bake burner, including 30 reports of burn injuries, prompting the Consumer Product Safety Commission to urge consumers to stop using the ovens immediately. About 169,500 of the affected units were sold in the U.S. and roughly 5,300 in Canada, with prices ranging between $630 and $2,700.
According to Fox Business, the recalled ranges were sold from June 2025 through January 2026. Units with serial numbers falling within the range of VF52200000 through VF54399999 are covered by the recall. The CPSC said consumers can identify affected products by checking the serial number plate on the appliance.
According to the CPSC, "the ovens in the ranges can experience delayed ignition of the bake burner, which poses a risk of burn hazards to users." A delayed ignition means gas can accumulate inside the oven cavity before the burner lights, potentially causing a sudden flare or small burst of flame. That is exactly the kind of scenario that can catch a homeowner off guard.
The good news — if there is any in a recall involving 30 burn injuries — is that the cooktop burners are not affected. "The agency said consumers can still use the cooktop burners on the range," the CPSC noted. So stovetop cooking can continue while the oven portion remains off-limits until the fix is applied.
Electrolux has committed to providing an in-home installation of a new bake burner at no cost to affected consumers. The CPSC made it clear: "consumers should stop using the recalled ranges immediately and contact Electrolux, which will provide in-home installation of a new bake burner for free."
The scale of reported incidents is notable. "Electrolux and the CPSC are aware of 62 reports of the oven's bake burner delayed ignition, including 30 reports of burn injuries." That means nearly half of the reported incidents resulted in someone getting hurt. For a product that sat on retail shelves for roughly seven months, accumulating 62 incident reports is a pace that warranted swift regulatory action. Whether the injuries were minor or severe has not been detailed in the available information. Consumers should treat any burn hazard with urgency regardless.
The recall raises reasonable questions about quality control during the manufacturing window that produced serial numbers VF52200000 through VF54399999. When a single defect affects nearly 175,000 units, it suggests a systemic production issue rather than a handful of isolated flaws.
If you own a Frigidaire gas range purchased between June 2025 and January 2026, here is what you need to know:
This is one of those situations where acting quickly is not optional — it is the only responsible move. Thirty people have already been burned. Waiting around is not worth the risk, especially when the remedy costs nothing out of pocket.
From a consumer perspective, this recall is a reminder that price does not always guarantee safety. The affected units ranged from $630 budget models all the way up to $2,700 premium configurations. Across that entire price spectrum, the same defect was present.
For those who believe in free-market accountability, this is actually the system working as intended. A defect was identified, injuries were reported, and the manufacturer — in coordination with the CPSC — is footing the bill for a fix. The question worth asking is whether 62 reports and 30 injuries represent a fast enough response or whether earlier detection could have reduced that number.
Consumers who register their appliances with manufacturers tend to receive recall notifications faster. It is a small step that pays dividends when situations like this arise. If nothing else, bookmark the CPSC's recall page and check it periodically — your kitchen should be a place of comfort, not a source of unexpected hazard.