General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard
GE Gas Clothes Dryers
Date of Recall
2008-02-11CPSC Release Number
08-542Manufactured In
CanadaUnits
About 2,100Manufacturer
GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.Sold By
Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.Problem/Hazard
A short circuit in the dryer’s wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door.Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. GE is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (866) 324-3732 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://geappliances.comRecall Comments
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