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The following models and serials are included in this recall: Brand Model Number (Begins with) Serial Number (Begins with) GE AZ41, AZ61 AT, DT, FT, GT, HT, LT, MT, RT, ST, TT, VT and ZT AV, DV and FV
Why it was recalled
An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
General Electric and Sharp have received four reports of incidents involving smoke and/or fire with the air conditioning and heating units. In two of the reported incidents, fire extended beyond the air conditioning and heating unit, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the air conditioning and heating units in the heat mode and contact General Electric to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- GE Zoneline
- Manufacturer
- Sharp Corp., of Osaka, Japan
- Recall number
- 11-247
- Units
- About 90,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- General Electric authorized representatives and HVAC distributors nationwide from March 2010 through March 2011 for between $1,000 and $1,200.
- Distributor
- GE Appliances and Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.
GE Zoneline Air Conditioners and Heaters
CPSC product type: Air Conditioners
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact General Electric toll-free at (866) 918-8771 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.com/products/recall
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