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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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.