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Affected model numbers
DWXR463GGWWGE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall.
Why it was recalled
A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- GE Gas
- Manufacturer
- GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.
- Recall number
- 08-542
- Units
- About 2,100
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.
GE Gas Clothes Dryers
CPSC product type: Dryers
Recall contact information
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
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Publication and verification
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