February 10, 2026 — A recent incident report details a concerning malfunction with the Frigidaire FCRE3052AWG electric stove, where burners reportedly spontaneously heat to extreme temperatures, burning food within seconds, even when set to low or turned off. This poses a significant burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On January 17, 2026, a consumer reported a serious issue with their Frigidaire FCRE3052AWG electric stove. According to the incident report, the electric stove burners began to spontaneously heat up to extremely high temperatures. The individual stated that food would burn within seconds, regardless of the burner setting. More critically, the problem persisted even when the burners were turned to their lowest setting or completely switched off. This indicates a potential critical failure in the stove’s heating element control system, leading to uncontrolled and dangerous heat output. The report does not specify how long this issue had been occurring prior to the report date or if any attempts were made by the consumer to troubleshoot the problem before reporting.
Safety Concerns
The described malfunction of the Frigidaire FCRE3052AWG electric stove presents several severe safety concerns:
- Immediate Dangers: Burns and Fire Hazard: The primary and most immediate danger is the risk of severe burns to users who may unknowingly touch an overheated surface or attempt to cook on a burner that is not functioning correctly. Furthermore, the spontaneous and uncontrolled high heat significantly increases the risk of kitchen fires. Food burning rapidly, even when the burner is supposedly off or on a low setting, can ignite surrounding flammable materials such as cooking oil, paper towels, curtains, or nearby cabinetry.
- Property Damage Potential: A kitchen fire, even a small one, can lead to extensive property damage, including smoke damage, structural damage, and destruction of appliances and personal belongings.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone using the stove is at risk. This includes adults, but children and pets are particularly vulnerable if they come into contact with the uncontrollably hot surface. The unpredictable nature of the overheating means that even experienced cooks could be caught off guard.
- Long-term Risks: If not addressed, the stove poses a persistent and unpredictable fire risk. Continuing to use such a defective appliance, even with extreme caution, is highly dangerous and not recommended.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a Frigidaire FCRE3052AWG electric stove, it is crucial to take immediate action to ensure your safety and the safety of your household:
- Immediate Steps to Take:
- Discontinue Use Immediately: Do not attempt to use the stove’s burners if you suspect or observe this issue.
- Unplug the Appliance: If safely possible, unplug the stove from the wall outlet to completely cut off power to the unit. If you cannot safely unplug it, consider turning off the circuit breaker that supplies power to the kitchen range.
- Do Not Leave Unattended: Never leave the stove unattended, especially if it remains plugged in and you suspect a malfunction.
- How to Check if You Own the Affected Product: Locate the model number on your Frigidaire electric stove. This is typically found on a label around the oven door frame, on the side of the drawer at the bottom of the range, or on the back of the unit. Confirm if the model matches FCRE3052AWG.
- Prevention Measures: Until the issue is resolved, do not use the stove. If the stove is unplugged or the breaker is off, this should prevent accidental activation.
- Reporting Procedures:
- Contact the Manufacturer: Reach out to Electrolux/White Consolidated (the manufacturer of Frigidaire appliances) directly to report the issue and inquire about potential repairs, replacements, or recalls.
- Report to CPSC: File a report with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov or by calling their hotline at 800-638-2772. This helps authorities track incidents and identify potential broader safety issues.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.