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Janome America Inc. Recalls Elna Sewing Machines Due to Fire Hazard

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
600
Recall Date
June 1, 2011
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
Sewing Machine Stores Nationwide From September 2010 Through April 2011 For About $3,000. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-687.

This recall involves the Elna eXcellence 740 sewing machine. The machine is white and navy with a digital touch panel. "Elna" and "eXcellence 740" are printed on the front of the machine.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-687.

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the machine and return it to the store where it was purchased for a free repair.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Sewing Machine Stores Nationwide From September 2010 Through April 2011 For About $3,000. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-687.

For additional information, contact Janome America at (800) 631-0183 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.elnausa.com

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Sewing Machine Stores Nationwide From September 2010 Through April 2011 For About $3,000. Recall FAQ

Sewing Machine Stores Nationwide From September 2010 Through April 2011 For About $3,000. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Janome America Inc. Recalls Elna Sewing Machines Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on June 1, 2011 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 600 units are potentially affected.