CPSC2026-01-15
Curtis International Expands Recall of Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China
Hazard
The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge. Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write "Recall" using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.
Sold at
Sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2020 through October 2023 for around $30.
Affected count
About 330,000, Curtis International previously recalled 634,000 minifridges in July 2024
Injuries reported
Curtis International has received at least six reports of the model EFMIS121 minifridges catching fire, with property damages.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers
Consumer contact
Curtis International Ltd. toll-free at 888-727-0198 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recall@curtiscs.com, or online at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Curtis-International-Expands-Recall-of-Frigidaire-brand-Minifridges-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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