Miele Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Risk of Gas Leak or Fire

Recalled May 29, 2008 · CPSC recall 08577 · Miele

Hazard

If the dryer is improperly installed, the dryer's internal gas fitting can loosen, posing a risk of gas leaking into the house. Any gas leak that is not detected can cause asphyxiation, a fire or an explosion. Also, one or both of the caps on the internal exhaust duct can become dislodged, which can cause lint to build up and be carried through the gas burner. This poses a risk of fire.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled dryer immediately and turn off the gas supply to the unit. The firm has sent direct notices to consumers. Consumers who have not had their dryer inspected should contact a Miele authorized service provider for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Dryers serviced since January 23, 2008 have been inspected/repaired.

Units

About 22,000

Incidents / injuries

Miele has received 11 reports worldwide in which consumers reported smelling gas after installation of their dryers. The firm has also received a report of a fire causing property damage.

Description

The recall involves Miele gas dryers, model T 9820. The dryers are residential super-large capacity units that are white-colored. The serial number can be located on the rim of the door opening, and is written as "Nr:xx/" followed by an 8-digit number in the range from 66461685 to 89921848.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Miele at (800) 420-1813 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.miele.com

Product

Residential Super-large Gas Dryers

Imported by

Miele Inc., of Princeton, N.J.

Retailers

Miele distributors nationwide between March 2007 and December 2007 for about $1,300.

Made in

Czech Republic

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