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Affected model numbers
35-PINT50-PINT70-PINTThe model number can be found on the right side of the interior of the unit once the bucket has been removed.
Why it was recalled
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 107 reports of incidents, with more than $7 million in property damage and three reports of smoke inhalation injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact the firm to receive a Sears gift card for either $75, $80, $90 or $100, which may be used at any Sears or Kmart store or at Sears.com or Kmart.com. The gift card amount will depend on the capacity and year of the dehumidifier. In lieu of a gift card, consumers may request a check for the refund amount. All consumers with recalled units will also receive a $25 coupon that may be used at Sears Department Stores or Sears.com toward the purchase of a new Kenmore dehumidifier.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kenmore
- Manufacturer
- LG Electronics (Tianjin) Appliance Co., Ltd., of Tianjin, China
- Recall number
- 12-240
- Units
- About 795,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and Sears.com and Kmart.com from 2003 to 2009 for between $140 and $220.
Kenmore Dehumidifiers
CPSC product type: Dehumidifiers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact the Recall Fulfillment Center toll-free at (855) 400-4641 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit www.Kenmoredehumidifierrecall.com
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