Product review (5 stars): The original one lasted about 3 years, then I ...
The original one lasted about 3 years, then I replaced it with a generic one at half the price but it lasted 9 months. Simple math, if this one costs double but lasts 3.5 time longer, it makes sense. Just in case I bought two of them. They will work in both bake and broil positions. I am thinking the original burning out was a fluke, so I will keep you updated if, in fact, there is a design defect.