Recall #14-164 · Published April 29, 2014

GE Brand Dehumidifiers

GE Brand Dehumidifiers by Midea Recalled for Repair Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

CPSC published a recall notice for GE Brand Dehumidifiers from GE on April 29, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them and contact Midea for instructions on returning their recalled dehumidifier for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the retailer where purchased.

GE Brand Dehumidifier by Midea
GE Brand Dehumidifier by Midea
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Additional identifying details

Model, serial and manufacture dates are located on a label on the back of the dehumidifier.

Why it was recalled

A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Midea and GE have received one report of a fire contained within the dehumidifier unit. No other property damage or injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them and contact Midea for instructions on returning their recalled dehumidifier for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the retailer where purchased.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
GE
Manufacturer
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
Recall number
14-164
Units
About 15,500
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Walmart stores nationwide from March 2010 to December 2010 for about $170.
Importer
GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.

GE Brand Dehumidifiers

CPSC product type: Dehumidifiers

Recall contact information

Midea toll-free at (855) 861-2799 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.midea.com/us/ and click on Product Recall Info at the bottom of the page under the Support heading.

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