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CPSCRecalled Nov 2, 2010 · #11028

Haier America Recalls Chest Freezers Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

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Description

This recall involves the Black & Decker® Model BFE53 and Haier® Model ESNCM053E 5.3 cubic foot capacity white chest freezers. "Black & Decker" is printed at the front upper-right corner or "Haier" is printed on the front upper-left corner of the freezer. "Black & Decker" or "Haier," the model number, the unit's serial number and other information are printed on a rating label at the top center of the back of the freezer. Only Model BFE53 and Model ESNCM053E freezers with serial numbers beginning as follows are included in this recall: Beginning of Serial Numberon Rating Label 1001 1002 1003 1004 1005 1006 1007

Product details

Product
Chest Freezers
Type
Stand Alone Freezers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
BFE53, ESNCM053E, 1001, 1002, 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007
UPCs
Sold at
Black & Decker Model BFE53 was sold exclusively at Wal-Mart nationwide from January 2010 through September 2010, for about $150. Haier Model ESNCM053E was sold through Amazon.com and other retailers from May 2010 through October 2010 for between $220 to $290.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.

View the official CPSC notice