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Cove Appliance is recalling certain 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers because the heating element can fail to shut off properly, causing overheating and posing a fire hazard. The company has received reports of burning smells, flames, and smoking inside these units. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected dishwashers immediately. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2823-cove-dishwasher-recall-fire-hazard-from-overheating-element.
“Cove Dishwasher Recall: Fire Hazard from Overheating Element.” GovInfoNow, updated October 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2823-cove-dishwasher-recall-fire-hazard-from-overheating-element. Based on CPSC recall #9085 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Cove-Appliance-Recalls-Dishwashers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard).
Cove Appliance Inc. recalled 24-inch built-in dishwashers due to a fire hazard from overheating heating elements, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced June 16, 2021. Owners should stop using the units and contact the company for a free repair.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Cove Appliance
Product: 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers
Model numbers: DW2450, DW2450WS
Serial numbers: 20000100 through 20044445
Sold at home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. The company will install a second thermal protection device and replace the heating element. Contact Cove Appliance toll-free at 888-651-9376 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by e-mail at support@coveappliance.com, or online at coveappliance.com/recall.
The hazard
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and overheat, posing a fire hazard. The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames, and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include Northern Tool Hot Water Pressure Washers (2026-01-29), JKMAX Heated Blanket (2026-09-17), and Kitchen HQ Bowl (2026-06-11).
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher for model numbers DW2450 or DW2450WS and serial numbers ranging from 20000100 through 20044445. The brand name "Cove" is printed on the outside of the door and on the far right side of the control panel at the top of the unit's door.
Brand
Cove Appliance
Product
Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Unplug the dishwasher from its power source right away to prevent potential fire hazards.
Contact Cove Appliance
Call 888-651-9376 or visit coveappliance.com/recall to schedule a free repair that includes installing a second thermal protection device and replacing the heating element.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Cove Appliance
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cove Appliance to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 9085 — Cove Appliance Cove Dishwasher Recall: Fire Hazard from Overheating Element
Hello,
I own a Cove Dishwasher Recall: Fire Hazard from Overheating Element that is covered by recall 9085 from Cove Appliance.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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