Haier recalls specific chest freezers (ESNCM053E model) due to fire risk from overheating capacitors. Unplug and contact Haier for free repair.
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Haier is recalling certain chest freezers that could overheat and cause a fire. Owners should stop using them immediately and contact Haier for a free repair.
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, potentially causing a fire. This happens when the freezer is used for extended periods without proper cooling.
Owners of Haier ESNCM053E or Black & Decker BFE53 chest freezers with specific serial numbers are affected. Those who use these freezers for long periods are at higher risk.
Check for the brand name (Haier or Black & Decker) printed on the front corner of the freezer. Look for the model number and serial number on the rating label at the back.
Immediately unplug the freezer to prevent fire risk.
Schedule a free repair appointment with Haier by phone or online.
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.
Haier Model ESNCM053E and Black & Decker Model BFE53 chest freezers.
Check for the brand name on the front corner and the model/serial number on the rating label at the back of the freezer.
No deadline is specified in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Haier to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 497 — Haier Chest Freezers Hello, I own a Chest Freezers that is covered by recall 497 from Haier. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer. 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.
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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.
