CPSC2021-06-16
Cove Appliance Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
Cove Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Hazard
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element.
Sold at
Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.
Affected count
About 42,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers
Consumer contact
Cove Appliance toll-free at 888-651-9376 from 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail at support@coveappliance.com or online at coveappliance.com/recall or at www.coveappliance.com and click "learn more" in the safety recall section for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Cove-Appliance-Recalls-Dishwashers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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