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Affected model numbers
WBVH5Brand GE Model Number Begins With: WBVH5 Serial Number Begins With: 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
Why it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washer, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- GE Front-Load
- Manufacturer
- GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.
- Recall number
- 10-259
- Units
- About 181,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.
GE Front-Load Washing Machines
CPSC product type: Washing Machines
Recall contact information
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.com
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