CPSC2012-10-03
GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Injury Hazard
GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Hazard
The washer's basket can separate during use and break the washer's top panel, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers and contact GE for a free repair.
Sold at
Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot and other department and retail stores nationwide, from July 2008 to August 2011 for between $1,199 and $1,599.
Affected count
About 62,000
Injuries reported
GE has received 19 reports of washer baskets separating, including 10 reports of top panel breakage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
GE Profile™ Front Load Washers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact GE Appliances at (888) 641-9739 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
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/GE-Recalls-Front-Load-Washers-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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