GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
GE Front-Load Washing Machines
Date of Recall
2010-06-10CPSC Release Number
10-259Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(888) 345-4124Units
About 181,000Manufacturer
GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.Sold By
Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.Problem/Hazard
A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the machine is operating, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves GE front-load washing machines without auxiliary water heating. Model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. Recalled washing machines were manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers.| Brand | Model Number Begins With: | Serial Number Begins With: |
|---|---|---|
| GE | WBVH5 |
AM, AR, AS, AT, DM, DR, DS, FM, FR, FS, GM, GS, HM, HR, HS, LM, LR, LS, MM, MR, MS, RM, RR, RS, SM, SR, SS, TM, TR, TS, VM, VR, VS, ZL, ZM, ZR, ZS |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (888) 345-4124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.comRecall Comments
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