CPSC2010-11-02
Haier America Recalls Chest Freezers Due to Fire Hazard
Haier America Trading LLC, New York, N.Y.
Hazard
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.
Sold at
Black & Decker Model BFE53 was sold exclusively at Wal-Mart nationwide from January 2010 through September 2010, for about $150. Haier Model ESNCM053E was sold through Amazon.com and other retailers from May 2010 through October 2010 for between $220 to $290.
Affected count
About 67,500
Injuries reported
Haier America and CPSC have received reports of 18 incidents, including four reports of fires with minor property damage, consisting of smoke damage, damage to a wall, and food spoilage. There have been no reports of injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Chest Freezers
Consumer contact
For additional information, call the company toll-free at (877) 878-7579 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Saturdays and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Sundays or visit the firm's website at www.chestfreezerrecall.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Haier-America-Recalls-Chest-Freezers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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