Recall 08-542, published February 11, 2008
GE Gas Clothes Dryers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
DWXR463GGWWGE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall.
Which products are included?
The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. GE is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.
- Brand
- GE Gas
- Recall published
- February 11, 2008
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 2,100
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.
