Serious riskCPSC
Frigidaire minifridge models EFMIS121, EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149, EFMIS175 recalled for fire and burn hazards
Frigidaire-brand minifridges sold at Target can overheat and catch fire due to faulty electrical components. Curtis International has received six reports of fires in the EFMIS121 model, with property damage. The recall now includes about 330,000 additional units across five model numbers.
From the CPSC notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Stop using the minifridge immediately and unplug it from the wall.
- Cut the power cord with scissors or a utility knife.
- Write "Recall" on the front door with a permanent marker.
- Register for a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge.
- Dispose of the unit following local and state regulations for electronic waste.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers
- Sold at
- Sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2020 through October 2023 for around $30.
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Made for
- All ages
Details
- Units affected
- 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.
- Illnesses reported
- Yes
- Fix
- Refund
- Manufactured in
- China
- Company 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.
- Recall number
- 26199
In the CPSC's words
- Description
- This recall expansion involves Curtis International 6-can minifridge model EFMIS121. This is in addition to certain minifridges with model numbers EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175 that were previously recalled. "Frigidaire" is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge. This recall includes only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in red at Target stores. Model Number Serial Number EFMIS121 Between A2001 and A2310
- 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.