Dehumidifiers recalled due to fire hazard

  GE Brand Dehumidifiers recalled

Recall Summary
 
Name of product:
GE Brand Dehumidifiers
 
Hazard:

A component in the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Recall Details

Units
About 15,500

Description
This recall involves 30-pint portable GE brand dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers are white plastic and measure about 19 inches tall, 13 inches wide and 9 inches deep with a front-loading water bucket. “GE” and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model, serial and manufacture dates are located on a label on the back of the dehumidifier. The model, serial and manufacture dates included in the recall are:

Model Number	Serial Number Begins with:	Manufacture Date
ADKW30LN	AT1, DT1, FT1 or GT1	2010/01 through 2010/04 (for January 2010 through April 2010)

Incidents/Injuries
Midea and GE have received one report of a fire contained within the dehumidifier unit. No other property damage or injuries have been reported.

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 exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide from March 2010 to December 2010 for about $170. 

Importer
GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky. 

Manufacturer
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China

Manufactured in China