Recalls / 2012-10-03

GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Injury Hazard

13003 · Recalled 2012-10-03 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves GE Profile™ front load washing machines with model numbers beginning with WPDH8800, WPDH8900 and WPDH8910. All serial numbers with these models are included in this recall. The washers were sold in gold, red and white colors. The model number is located on the washer's right side near the bottom and behind the door near the door frame visible when the door is opened. Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With: GE Profile™ WPDH8800 WPDH8900 WPDH8910 All serial numbers with these models are included.

Hazards

The washer's basket can separate during use and break the washer's top panel, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

GE has received 19 reports of washer baskets separating, including 10 reports of top panel breakage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers and contact GE for a free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
GE Profile™ Front Load Washers		About 62,000

Parties

Importer: GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Made in: China
Sold at: Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot, other department, retail, from July 2008 to August 2011 for, 199, 599.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact GE Appliances at (888) 641-9739 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.com/products/recall

More images

Picture of recalled white washer showing location of model and serial number

Source: CPSC recall 13003. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.