CPSC recall 21-151, announced June 16, 2021, covers Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers (about 42,000 units). The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 888-651-9376, go to www.coveappliance.com, or email support@coveappliance.com.
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.
The model number, serial number and date code are printed on the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers model numbers DW2450 and DW2450WS. The recalled dishwashers have serial numbers 20000100 through 20044445. The model number, serial number and date code are printed on the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher. "Cove" is printed on the outside of the door and on the far right side of the control panel, located on the top of the unit's door.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Cove Appliance
- Manufacturer
- Cove Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.
- Product type
- Dishwashers
- Recall number
- 21-151
- Units
- About 42,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.
Recall contact information
Cove Appliance toll-free at 888-651-9376 from 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail at support@coveappliance.com or online at coveappliance.com/recall or at www.coveappliance.com and click "learn more" in the safety recall section for more information.
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