CPSCRecalled Apr 19, 2001 · #01130
CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore Dehumidifiers
Hazard
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
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The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control. The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only). The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side.
Product details
- Product
- Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers
- Type
- Dehumidifiers
- Manufacturer
- LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea
- Model numbers
- DH2510, DH4010, DH5010, AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1, AHG50LAG1, 59600890
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from January 1999 through December 1999, for between $100 and $200.
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.