Recall 13-003, published October 3, 2012
GE Profile™ Front Load Washers
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
WPDH8800The model number is located on the washer's right side near the bottom and behind the door near the door frame visible when the door is opened.
Which products are included?
This recall involves GE Profile™ front load washing machines with model numbers beginning with WPDH8800, WPDH8900 and WPDH8910. All serial numbers with these models are included in this recall. The washers were sold in gold, red and white colors. The model number is located on the washer's right side near the bottom and behind the door near the door frame visible when the door is opened. Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE Profile™ WPDH8800 WPDH8900 WPDH8910 All serial numbers with these models are included.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The washer's basket can separate during use and break the washer's top panel, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers and contact GE for a free repair.
- Brand
- GE Appliances
- Recall published
- October 3, 2012
- Category
- Appliances
- Units
- About 62,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot and other department and retail stores nationwide, from July 2008 to August 2011 for between $1,199 and $1,599.
