What is the trigger that requires a company to issue a product recall?
Question by Neptune221: What is the trigger that requires a company to issue a product recall?
I have a Maytag MIF2568AES Model Stainless Steel Refrigerator, whose ice-water control panel is suddenly decided to start blinking uncontrollably with the ice-flap opening and closing every few seconds. This malfunction prevents cooling in the fridge and freezer. Annoying problem, and as it turns out from a quick Internet search, not remotely an isolated problem. The HV Board is defective and needs to be replaced. Sounds like on most EVERY fridge, but I do not know the percentages–but it sounds like the refrigerator is designed to survive the warranty period–then puff.
My question is–what exactly triggers a product recall? I am baffled one has not already been issued for this (problem seems to have been in widespread existence for at least 6 months). Related to that, since I will have to have it repaired, are companies that issue recalls typically required to reimburse people who have already repaired, at least for parts? Especially when there own repair people were used?
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Answer by BR
Companies usually issue a recall in one of two event. (1) When there is a serious safety issue. (2) When they preceive they will receive substantial negative publicity from a defect.
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What are some of the worst/biggest consumer product recalls ever?
Question by Jay C: What are some of the worst/biggest consumer product recalls ever?
I’m trying to research the biggest, most publicized and damaging product recalls in history. Firestone tires, Tylenol, and the Ford Pinto come to mind. Are there any other product recalls similar in severity? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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Answer by lovingula
I think Nova or something which was a car manufactured in South American country. It doesnt sell at all because in Spanish Nova means no go and there is nobody who would like to buy a car that doesnt go. Its hard recalling bad products. Good luck
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