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Product Recall Number: 14-164

Why was GE Brand Dehumidifiers recalled?

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

GE Brand Dehumidifiers
Here's product recall specific data for GE Brand Dehumidifiers.

  • Product Recall Number: 14-164

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2014-04-29

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: GE Brand Dehumidifiers

  • Description: A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit. One fire reported.

  • Hazard Description: A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Repair

  • Units: About 15,500

  • Incidents: 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 At: Walmart stores nationwide from March 2010 to December 2010 for about $170. 

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: China

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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