My Kenmore Elite gas dryer model 110.73954102 won't stay "on" when I release the start button. Purchased new 5-28-2003. Has Sears issued a recall or defective part for this model? Serviceman coming soon.

applsvcgirl

No recall just a bad winding on the motor. You will be needing a new motor.

suzn

Thanks. I just learned there is a class action lawsuit for my dryer, because the electronic sensors didn't work correctly. Evenheat Settlement It only covers the first 3 years, and it's been 4 1/2 years since I bought it. Hope the serviceman can fix it - even if it needs a new motor as you suggested - better than buying a new dryer.

applsvcgirl

A service tech is going to charge you between $200-$300. The sensor issue didn't have anything to do with the motor so I didn't mention it.

suzn

Sears serviceman just left. Dryer needs a new "push to start button" for $10.31. Of course he has to order it - takes 10 days. Service charge is $155, so total cost is $165.31. In the meantime, he says I CAN tape down the button to make the dryer work, but there will be no heat - just air drying. The motor is fine, he says. Hope the whole electronic board doesn't fail, as it has for others involved in the Evenheat Settlement.

baez

EVEN HEAT BOARD CONTROLLER IS BAD