December 23, 2025 – A critical safety concern has emerged regarding specific Frigidaire ranges, model FCRG3062AS, where the oven fails to remain lit, leading to unburnt gas accumulation in homes. Consumers have reported multiple repair attempts for this issue, prompting a significant risk of fire or explosion if the gas leak goes unnoticed.
Product Details
Incident Overview
Multiple reports indicate that the Frigidaire FCRG3062AS range oven is experiencing a persistent malfunction where it fails to maintain its flame. This defect has necessitated at least four repair tickets for a single unit, involving two separate service businesses within a short period. The core issue is that while the oven attempts to ignite, the gas continues to flow but is not properly burnt off to produce heat. This allows uncombusted gas to fill the surrounding area, including the entire household, creating a highly dangerous environment.
Despite these ongoing issues and the manufacturer’s customer service department reportedly acknowledging that this specific model and design has a known problem—attributing it to the suboptimal location of the igniter in relation to the gas release mechanism—no public safety recall has been issued by Frigidaire or Electrolux at this time. It has been noted that Frigidaire has been refunding customers due to an inability to provide a safe repair or replacement solution. Currently, no injuries have been reported in connection with this specific incident, but the potential for severe harm is substantial. It is unclear if this problem is limited to the FCRG3062AS model or affects newer Frigidaire ranges more broadly.
Safety Concerns
The malfunction of the Frigidaire FCRG3062AS range poses several grave safety concerns:
- Immediate Dangers: Fire and Explosion: The most critical risk is the accumulation of unburnt natural gas. Gas is highly flammable and explosive when mixed with air in certain concentrations. A spark from any source (e.g., light switch, appliance cycling on, static electricity, a nearby pilot light) could ignite the accumulated gas, leading to a catastrophic fire or explosion, causing severe injury, burns, or fatalities to occupants.
- Gas Poisoning/Asphyxiation: While not explicitly mentioned as a primary outcome in this report, the presence of unburnt natural gas can displace oxygen, leading to asphyxiation in poorly ventilated spaces. Some natural gas also contains trace amounts of carbon monoxide, which can be lethal if inhaled in sufficient concentrations over time.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone present in the home where the malfunctioning range is located is at risk. This includes adults, children, and pets. Vulnerable individuals, such as the elderly or those with respiratory conditions, may be particularly susceptible to the effects of gas exposure.
- Property Damage Potential: An explosion or fire resulting from a gas leak could cause extensive damage or complete destruction of the home and its contents, leading to significant financial loss.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a Frigidaire FCRG3062AS range, or any Frigidaire range suspected of similar issues, please take the following immediate steps:
- Immediate Steps to Take:
* If you smell gas, do not attempt to locate the source, turn on or off any electrical switches, use any phones or appliances, or light matches.
* Immediately evacuate everyone from the building.
* Once safely outside, call your gas company or emergency services from a neighbor’s phone or cell phone.
* Do not re-enter the building until emergency personnel declare it safe.
* If you believe the oven is not staying lit, turn off the gas supply to the range at the wall shut-off valve, if safe to do so.
- How to Check if They Own the Affected Product: Locate the model number on your range. It is typically found on a label around the oven door frame, in the storage drawer, or on the back of the appliance. Confirm if it matches FCRG3062AS.
- Prevention Measures:
* Ensure you have working carbon monoxide detectors and gas detectors installed in your home, especially near gas appliances. Test them regularly.
* Never leave a gas oven unattended, especially during preheating or initial use.
* If you suspect an issue with your oven’s ignition, cease use immediately.
- Reporting Procedures:
* Contact Frigidaire/Electrolux customer service to report the issue and inquire about potential remedies, refunds, or replacements.
* Report this incident to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your report helps identify hazardous products and can contribute to safety recalls.
Manufacturer’s Response
Electrolux/White Consolidated, the manufacturer of the Frigidaire range, has confirmed awareness of incidents related to the FCRG3062AS model. According to customer reports, the manufacturer’s customer service has acknowledged a design flaw concerning the igniter’s location. While no public recall has been issued at this time, the manufacturer has reportedly been providing refunds to customers experiencing this problem due to an inability to safely repair or replace the affected units.
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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.