Every recall we track for GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China — 3 in all — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Midea dehumidifiers from 2008 and earlier may overheat, smoke, and catch fire. Consumers should stop using and contact Midea for a refund or replacement.
GE brand dehumidifiers (model ADKW30LN) sold at Walmart from Jan-Apr 2010 have a fire risk due to compressor short circuits. Consumers must stop using, unplug, and return for free repair.
GE and Professional Series portable dehumidifiers from Nov 2006-Aug 2007 and Apr 2008 recalled due to fire risk from compressor short circuits. Stop using immediately and return for free repair.
Complaints and injury reports the public filed with federal agencies, linked to GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China’s recalls — unedited excerpts.
Midea has received 38 reports of smoke and fire. About $4.8 million property damage has been reported. No injuries have been 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.
Midea and GE have received a total of 14 reports of incidents involving smoke and fumes emitting from the unit and eight reports of fires. In six of the reported fire incidents, property damage extended beyond the unit. No injuries have been reported.
