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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 11, 2008Serious
General Electric Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency says to stop using it immediately.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to 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.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,100
- Recall date
- February 11, 2008
- Brand
- GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
DWXR463GGWW
Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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