CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore Dehumidifiers

Recalled April 19, 2001 · CPSC recall 01130 · LG Electronics

Location of model number on portable dehumidifier

Hazard

These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.

Units

About 100,000

Incidents / injuries

LG Electronics has received seven reports of dehumidifiers overheating, including four reports of fire within the units, with smoke damage to surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control. The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only). The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.

Contact

Consumers may call LG Electronics toll-free (800) 651-1602 anytime or visit the company's website at www.easyrecalldehumidifier.com

Product

Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers

Manufacturer(s)

LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea

Retailers

Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from January 1999 through December 1999, for between $100 and $200.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →