CPSC2011-06-14
General Electric, Sharp Recalls GE Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Fire Hazard
Sharp Corp., of Osaka, Japan
Hazard
An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the air conditioning and heating units in the heat mode and contact General Electric to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
General Electric authorized representatives and HVAC distributors nationwide from March 2010 through March 2011 for between $1,000 and $1,200.
Affected count
About 90,600
Injuries reported
General Electric and Sharp have received four reports of incidents involving smoke and/or fire with the air conditioning and heating units. In two of the reported incidents, fire extended beyond the air conditioning and heating unit, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
GE Zoneline Air Conditioners and Heaters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact General Electric toll-free at (866) 918-8771 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.com/products/recall
Official notice
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