General Electric Built-in Dishwashers recall 05-116

General Electric Built-in Dishwashers

CPSC, GE Announce Recall of Built-In Dishwashers

CPSC published a recall notice for General Electric Built-in Dishwashers from General Electric Built-in on February 18, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of charge.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

Affected model numbers

GSD5500GGSD5560GGSD5800GGSD5900GGSD5960GEDW3000GEDW3060G

Additional identifying details

The serial number is important, as not all dishwashers with these model numbers are included in this recall.

Why it was recalled

These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

GE received 29 reports of connectors overheating, including one report of a fire that spread outside the dishwasher and caused minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of charge.

Product and sales details

Brand: General Electric Built-in
Manufacturer: GE Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky.
Recall number: 05-116
Units: About 74,300
Manufactured in: United States
Sold at / sales period: Appliance retail outlets and builder distributors nationwide, from January 2004 through February 2005, for between $300 and $400.