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Affected model numbers
BFE53ESNCM053E"Black & Decker" or "Haier," the model number, the unit's serial number and other information are printed on a rating label at the top center of the back of the freezer.
Why it was recalled
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Haier America and CPSC have received reports of 18 incidents, including four reports of fires with minor property damage, consisting of smoke damage, damage to a wall, and food spoilage. There have been no reports of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Chest
- Recall number
- 11-028
- Units
- About 67,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Black & Decker Model BFE53 was sold exclusively at Wal-Mart nationwide from January 2010 through September 2010, for about $150. Haier Model ESNCM053E was sold through Amazon.com and other retailers from May 2010 through October 2010 for between $220 to $290.
- Importer
- Haier America Trading LLC, New York, N.Y.
Chest Freezers
CPSC product type: Stand Alone Freezers
Recall contact information
For additional information, call the company toll-free at (877) 878-7579 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Saturdays and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Sundays or visit the firm's website at www.chestfreezerrecall.com
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