Updated 2026-10-15

Is Kenmore a good brand?

Use caution

1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months.

Kenmore is a home appliance brand; USPTO lists KCD IP, LLC as the trademark owner. The CPSC lists 34 recalls naming Kenmore, 1 in the last three years: electric ranges also sold as Frigidaire. Combined with uneven Amazon ratings, that gives the brand our lowest verdict.

Recall counts are not adjusted for sales volume. How the verdict works

Recalls in 3 years

1

Safety record: Some. Source: CPSC.

Owner satisfaction

Low

From ratings of 20 most-rated products on Amazon.

What owners say about Kenmore

We have not found owner discussions of Kenmore yet.

Kenmore recalls

  1. 2024
  2. 2024-05-16Frigidaire and Kenmore Smooth-top Freestanding Electric Ranges. Depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or… Incidents: Since the recall was announced in August 2009, Electrolux has received at least 212 reports of the ranges behaving erratically, including 14 reports of fires… About 203,000 (The ranges were previously recalled in August 2009) units. Remedy: Refund, Repair. CPSC notice
  3. 2019
  4. 2019-11-14Kenmore Elite Microwave Ovens. Incorrect wiring causes the microwave's exterior to reach temperatures exceeding 183 degrees Fahrenheit, posing a burn hazard to the user. Incidents: None reported About 700 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  5. 2016
  6. 2016-11-29Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: There have been more than 2,000 reported incidents of dehumidifiers overheating. About 2.5 million (in addition, 55,000 were sold in Canada) This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014. units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  7. 2016-07-26Ranges and Ovens. The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents: None reported About 1,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  8. 2015
  9. 2015-10-01Dishwashers. The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Incidents: BSH Home Appliances has received 10 reports of the electrical cord overheating, including five reports of fire resulting in property damage. About 149,000 (in addition, about 45,000 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  10. 2015-05-20Ranges and Ovens. The burner flame can go out while the gas is turned on. Incidents: None reported About 250 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  11. 2015-05-20Ranges and Ovens. The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Incidents: One consumer reported being cut by a sharp edge on the stainless steel trim below the range control panel and required stitches. About 5,300 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  12. 2015-02-24Ranges and Ovens. The heating element can fail to properly adhere to the cooktop, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers. Incidents: None reported About 3,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  13. 2014
  14. 2014-01-15Portable Electric Heaters. Broken motor mounts can cause the units to overheat, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Incidents: Sears and Kmart have received seven reports of the fan heaters smoking or catching fire, including two reports of injuries. About 42,500 units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  15. 2013
  16. 2013-07-17Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: Sears has received seven additional incident reports of shorting and fire associated with the dehumidifiers, including one incident with a severe burn to a… About 795,000 (previously recalled in August 2012) units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  17. 2012
  18. 2012-08-21Gas Clothes Dryers. The gas valve in the recalled dryers can fail to shut off properly, continuing to heat the dryer and its contents after the drying cycle is complete. Incidents: LG Electronics and Sears have received 141 consumer complaints about dryers continuing to heat after the drying cycle is complete. About 21,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  19. 2012-08-02Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: The firm has received 107 reports of incidents, with more than $7 million in property damage and three reports of smoke inhalation injuries. About 795,000 units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  20. 2009
  21. 2009-11-24Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. An incorrect part allows more fuel to pass to the range's oven than can be burned efficiently, causing incomplete combustion and the release of carbon monoxide. Incidents: Electrolux has received four reports of incidents involving carbon monoxide being released from the recalled gas range. About 900 units. CPSC notice
  22. 2009-08-27Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. Depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or,… Incidents: Frigidaire has received 126 reports of incidents, including four reports of minor burns and two reports of minor property damage. About 200,000 units. CPSC notice
  23. 2009-07-30Washing Machines. An internal defect in the washer's drain pump can cause heat to build up, posing a fire hazard to the consumer. Incidents: No incidents or injuries have been reported. About 35,000 units. CPSC notice
  24. 2008
  25. 2008-11-18Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. The extreme heat used in the self-clean cycle can escape, if the wall oven door is removed and incorrectly re-attached by the installer or the consumer. Incidents: GE is aware of 28 incidents of minor property damage in which adjacent kitchen cabinets have been damaged. About 244,000 units. CPSC notice
  26. 2008-08-26Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles. The wiring in the coffee maker can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers. Incidents: Sears has received 20 reports of coffee makers overheating, including 12 fires, causing damage to counter tops, cabinet damage, and plastic melting on the… About 145,000 units. CPSC notice
  27. 2008-05-20Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. During extended broiling, gas can build in the oven cavity and escape when the oven door is opened. Incidents: Electrolux has received 16 reports of incidents involving gas build-up, including flames escaping from the oven door, burns to the hands and face, and singed… About 7,500 units. CPSC notice
  28. 2008-01-17Toy Miscellaneous. A metal bracket connecting the door to the stove can cause a tip-over when the door is opened. Incidents: Sears has received one report of the product tipping over, resulting in bruises to a child. About 17,000 units. CPSC notice
  29. 2005
  30. 2005-06-29Refrigerators. A faulty component in the condenser fan motor can short circuit. Incidents: LG Electronics has received 82 reports of incidents involving a condenser fan motor failure, due to a failed capacitor arcing and smoking. About 20,800 units. CPSC notice
  31. 2005-02-25Dishwashers. An electrical defect within the dishwashers' wash motor wiring poses a risk of the motor overheating and possibly catching fire. Incidents: Whirlpool Corporation has received three reports of overheated wash motors. About 162,000 units. CPSC notice
  32. 2004
  33. 2004-08-26Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. The ranges and wall ovens have faulty wiring, which can melt and cause the oven to short circuit. Incidents: There have been no incidents reported. 28,300 units. CPSC notice
  34. 2004-02-19Grills, Smokers & Accessories. If moisture gets inside the temperature gauge, the glass cover on the gauge can break, posing a risk of injury to people nearby. Incidents: Grand Hall Enterprise Co. 162,000 units. CPSC notice
  35. 2003
  36. 2003-09-25Grills, Smokers & Accessories. Some of these regulators were assembled with an undersized seat disc that could become dislodged and leak propane gas. Incidents: None reported. 35,000 units. CPSC notice
  37. 2003-04-07Refrigerators. A screw located inside the refrigeration compartment, on the left side of the refrigerator frame, could pierce through the electrical wire harness insulation… Incidents: No injuries have been reported. About 6,800 units. CPSC notice
  38. 2001
  39. 2001-10-16Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. These units can overheat and catch fire. Incidents: Whirlpool has received seven reports of fires involving these microwave- hood combinations. About 1.8 million units. CPSC notice
  40. 2001-04-19Dehumidifiers. These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers. Incidents: LG Electronics has received seven reports of dehumidifiers overheating, including four reports of fire within the units, with smoke damage to surrounding… About 100,000 units. CPSC notice
  41. 1996
  42. 1996-05-29Dishwashers. Fire & Fire-Related Burn Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  43. 1994
  44. 1994-11-03Refrigerators. Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  45. 1993
  46. 1993-02-15Dishwashers. Fire & Fire-Related Burn Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  47. 1990
  48. 1990-08-23Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles. Fire & Fire-Related Burn Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  49. 1988
  50. 1988-06-02Grills, Smokers & Accessories. Laceration Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  51. 1987
  52. 1987-06-23Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers. Fire & Fire-Related Burn Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  53. 1987-03-04Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers. Laceration Incidents: not stated CPSC notice

Marked items are within the last 36 months and count in the verdict.

Product-related lawsuits

No product liability or consumer fraud cases naming Kenmore found in federal court records.

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Kenmore product lines on Amazon

Product lineProductsOwner ratings
Vacuums & Floor Care20Mixed ratings

Amazon data checked 2026-10-15. source

Kenmore customer service and warranty

We have not verified Kenmore's warranty and support contacts yet.

Who makes Kenmore

Trademark (USPTO)
KCD IP, LLC (DELAWARE, USA); first registered 1978 source
Made in (recalled products)
United States (10 of 24 recalls), China (8 of 24 recalls), Canada (3 of 24 recalls), South Korea (2 of 24 recalls), Germany (1 of 24 recalls), Mexico (1 of 24 recalls), Taiwan (1 of 24 recalls)

FAQ

Is Kenmore a good brand?

Use caution. 1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: Low.

How many recalls has Kenmore had in the last 3 years?

1 recall in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.

Who owns the Kenmore trademark?

USPTO lists KCD IP, LLC (DELAWARE, USA) as the owner of the Kenmore trademark, first registered 1978.

Where are Kenmore products made?

Recalled Kenmore products listed by the CPSC were made in United States (10 of 24 recalls), China (8 of 24 recalls), Canada (3 of 24 recalls), South Korea (2 of 24 recalls), Germany (1 of 24 recalls), Mexico (1 of 24 recalls), Taiwan (1 of 24 recalls).

Has Kenmore had product recalls?

Yes. The CPSC lists 34 recalls for Kenmore. The most recent, on 2024-05-16: Electrolux Group Reannounces Recall of Frigidaire and Kenmore Electric Ranges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Multiple Fires and Injuries Reported.

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