Recall #01-130 · Published April 19, 2001
Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers
CPSC published a recall notice for Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers from Goldstar on April 19, 2001. CPSC identifies this hazard: These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
Why it was recalled
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
- Brand
- Goldstar
- Recall published
- April 19, 2001
- Units
- About 100,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from January 1999 through December 1999, for between $100 and $200.