Liebherr recalls built-in refrigerators due to injury hazard (2010)

Recall overview

This recall applies to certain Liebherr built-in refrigerators because the door can detach, which may cause injury.

Recall date: January 27, 2010
Remedy: Free in-home repair
Units affected: About 2,700
Recall number: 10-122

What’s the hazard?

The refrigerator’s door may detach from the unit if the hinge hardware loosens. A detached door can fall or shift unexpectedly, creating an injury hazard.

What to do

Check your refrigerator now for signs that the door hinge pin has become loose.
Contact Liebherr immediately to schedule a free in-home repair.
If the hinge is not loose and the door is operating normally, you may continue using the refrigerator until it is repaired.

Affected product

Name of product: Liebherr Built-In 24-inch wide single door refrigerators

This recall includes built-in 24-inch models sold:

Individually, or
As part of side-by-side refrigerator configurations

These units may be installed into kitchen cabinetry and were sold in stainless steel and various custom panel finishes. The brand name “Liebherr” appears on the top interior control panel.

Model numbers included

Single-door refrigerator model numbers:

R1400
RI1400
RB1400
RBI1400

Side-by-side systems were marketed as:

SBS240
SBS24 I0
SBS245
SBS24I5

Note: The SBS marketing model number is not printed on the product label. Use the single-door model number inside the refrigerator to identify your unit.

Where to find the model number

Look for the identification label:

Behind the bottom drawer, on the left interior side of the single-door refrigerator.

Incidents and injuries

Liebherr received 13 reports of doors detaching, including two injury reports involving bruising and strains.

Sales information

Sold at appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from January 2005 through November 2009, typically priced between $2,500 and $3,200.

Manufacturer: Liebherr-Hausgeraete Ochsenhausen GmbH
Importer: Liebherr-Canada Ltd.
Manufactured in: Germany

FAQ

How do I know if my Liebherr 24-inch built-in fridge is recalled?
Check the label behind the bottom drawer on the left interior wall for the model number. If it’s R1400, RI1400, RB1400, or RBI1400, it’s included.

If my fridge was marketed as SBS240/SBS245, is it included?
Possibly. Those are marketing names for side-by-side sets, but they won’t appear on the product label. Confirm using the single-door model number.

Can I keep using it before repair?
Yes—only if the hinge pin is not loose and the door is working normally. If anything seems loose or unstable, stop using it and contact Liebherr.

Not sure where to find the FD number? Contact us.