Recalls / 2009-12-30
Dehumidifiers Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
10096 · Recalled 2009-12-30 · CPSC page

Description
This recall involves 30-pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. "Goldstar" or "Comfort-Aire" is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed. Brand Model No. Serial Number Range Sold at Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001~08400 611TAxx08401~40600 612TAxx00001~20400 612TAxx21001~30600 Home Depot Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001~00600 701TAxx00001~16800 702TAxx00001~03000 Wal-Mart Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TAxx00001~01697 612TAxx00001~04200 701TAxx00001~00578 710TAxx00001~00599 Heat Controller Inc.
Hazards
Reported injuries
Remedy
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Dehumidifiers | About 98,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- The Home Depot, Walmart, Heat Controller Inc. nationwide, $150.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact LG toll-free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the location of an authorized LG service center for the repair, or visit the firm's Web site at www.30pintdehumidifierrecall.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10096. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.