Recall #10-316 · Published August 10, 2010

Portable Dehumidifiers

Additional Reports of Fires and Low Consumer Response Rate Prompt Reannouncement of Goldstar and Comfort-Aire Dehumidifier Recall

CPSC published a recall notice for Portable Dehumidifiers from LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co. on August 10, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.

Recalled Goldstar dehumidifier
Recalled Goldstar dehumidifier
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Additional identifying details

Brand Model No.Serial Number Range Sold at Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001~08400 611TAxx08401~40600 612TAxx00001~20400 612TAxx21001~30600 Home Depot Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001~00600 701TAxx00001~16800 702TAxx00001~03000 Walmart Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TA000001~001697 612TA000001~004200 701TA000001~000578 710TA000001~000599 Heat Controller Inc.

Why it was recalled

The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

LG has received four additional reports of fires involving the recalled dehumidifiers, including one that resulted in significant damage to a home. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., of China
Recall number
10-316
Units
About 98,000 (previously recalled in December 2009)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
The Home Depot, Walmart and Heat Controller Inc. nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $140 and $150.

Portable Dehumidifiers

CPSC product type: Dehumidifiers

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact LG toll-free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the location of an authorized LG service center for the repair, or visit the firm's website at www.30pintdehumidifierrecall.com

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