Recalls / 2010-06-10

GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

10259 · Recalled 2010-06-10 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves GE front-load washing machines without auxiliary water heating. Model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. Recalled washing machines were manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers. Brand GE Model Number Begins With: WBVH5 Serial Number Begins With: AM, AR, AS, AT, DM, DR, DS, FM, FR, FS, GM, GS, HM, HR, HS, LM, LR, LS, MM, MR, MS, RM, RR, RS, SM, SR, SS, TM, TR, TS, VM, VR, VS, ZL, ZM, ZR, ZS

Hazards

A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the machine is operating, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washer, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.

Products

Name	Model	Units
GE Front-Load Washing Machines		About 181,000

Parties

Manufacturer: GE Appliances & Lighting
Made in: China
Sold at: Department, various retail from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (888) 345-4124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.com

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Source: CPSC recall 10259. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.