A federal lawsuit alleging health risks associated with gas appliances has been dismissed, reaffirming the importance of informed consumer choice and proper home ventilation.
Filed in Wisconsin, the class action targeted premium appliance brands Sub-Zero and Wolf Appliance Inc., accusing them of failing to warn consumers about potential emissions from gas cooktops, stoves, and ovens. The case was dismissed *with prejudice*, meaning it cannot be refiled, and no changes were made to product labels or warnings.
Sub-Zero and Wolf have long been trusted by professional chefs and home cooks alike for delivering powerful, responsive heat — a key advantage of gas cooking. Their appliances are designed to meet high performance standards and function safely when installed with adequate ventilation, as recommended across the industry.
While the lawsuit is no longer active, the topic of indoor air quality continues to spark conversations. Similar cases have surfaced against other manufacturers, pointing to a growing interest in household environmental awareness. But experts agree: when used correctly and maintained properly, gas hobs remain a reliable and effective tool in kitchens worldwide.
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Lawsuit accuses a gas stove manufacturer of failing to warn consumers about pollution risks
A consumer watchdog group is suing a manufacturer of gas stoves for allegedly failing to warn people that its appliances can produce harmful air pollution.
On Thursday, the United States Public Interest Research Group Education Fund sued a company called Haier U.S. Appliance Solutions in the District of Columbia Superior Court. It says the manufacturer is violating a consumer protection law in Washington, D.C., that prohibits “deceptive and unconscionable business practices.” Haier bought General Electric’s GE Appliances business in 2016.
The burners on gas stoves release pollutants including nitrogen dioxide, a key element in smog that can irritate airways and may contribute to the development of asthma, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Whirlpool settles trade secrets case against exec who joined rival Haier
Whirlpool on Thursday agreed to drop a U.S. lawsuit against its former Italian executive Davide Cabri that accused him of stealing trade secrets for a move to its competitor Haier. Whirlpool and Cabri told a Delaware federal court they would dismiss the case with prejudice, which means it cannot be refiled. Whirpool said in a statement on Friday that the dispute had been resolved and that it was satisfied with the settlement.
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