CPSC2001-04-19
CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore Dehumidifiers
LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea
Hazard
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
Sold at
Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from January 1999 through December 1999, for between $100 and $200.
Affected count
About 100,000
Injuries reported
LG Electronics has received seven reports of dehumidifiers overheating, including four reports of fire within the units, with smoke damage to surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported.
Products
Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers
Consumer contact
Consumers may call LG Electronics toll-free (800) 651-1602 anytime or visit the company's website at www.easyrecalldehumidifier.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-LG-Electronics-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Goldstar-General-Electric-and-Sears-Kenmore-DehumidifiersDon't want to check this manually?
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