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Dehumidifiers Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Category
Units Affected
98,000
Recall Date
December 30, 2009
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-92.

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.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-92.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact The Home Depot, Walmart And Heat Controller Inc. Nationwide From January 2007 Through June 2008 For Between $140 And $150. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-92.

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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The Home Depot, Walmart And Heat Controller Inc. Nationwide From January 2007 Through June 2008 For Between $140 And $150. Recall FAQ

The Home Depot, Walmart And Heat Controller Inc. Nationwide From January 2007 Through June 2008 For Between $140 And $150. is the subject of a furniture recall: Dehumidifiers Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on December 30, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 98,000 units are potentially affected.