CPSC2014-04-29
GE Brand Dehumidifiers by Midea Recalled for Repair Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
Hazard
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them and contact Midea for instructions on returning their recalled dehumidifier for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the retailer where purchased.
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide from March 2010 to December 2010 for about $170.
Affected count
About 15,500
Injuries reported
Midea and GE have received one report of a fire contained within the dehumidifier unit. No other property damage or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
GE Brand Dehumidifiers
Consumer contact
Midea toll-free at (855) 861-2799 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.midea.com/us/ and click on Product Recall Info at the bottom of the page under the Support heading.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/GE-Brand-Dehumidifiers-by-Midea-Recalled-for-RepairDon't want to check this manually?
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