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The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections.
Why it was recalled
An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
GE Appliances has received 71 reports of internal washer components burning or catching fire, including three reports of fires resulting in about $129,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
- Recall number
- 16-265
- Units
- About 222,000 (in addition, about 450 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot and other stores nationwide from June 2003 through October 2011 for between $900 and $1,400.
- Importer
- GEA Products, L.P., of Louisville, Ky.
GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washers
CPSC product type: Washing Machines
Recall contact information
GE Appliances toll-free at 877-830-9732 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.geappliances.com and click "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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