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GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard

Name: GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard
Brand: GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
SKU: CPSC-16265
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Veröffentlicht: 15. September 2016Rückruf-ID: 16265Kategorie: VerbraucherprodukteLand: Vereinigte Staaten

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Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr

An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation

The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included

Betroffene Produkte

GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washers

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/GE-Appliances-Recalls-Top-Loading-Clothes-Washers
Title	GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/16265a.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washer (gray)
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/16265b.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washer (gold)
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/16265c.jpg
Images › 3 › Caption	GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washer model number location
Hazards › Name	An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries › Name	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
Products › Name	GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washers
Products › Type	Washing Machines
Products › Category I D	2227
Products › Number Of Units	About 222,000 (in addition, about 450 were sold in Canada)
Recall I D	7854
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.
Importers › Name	GEA Products, L.P., of Louisville, Ky.
Retailers › Name	Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot and other stores nationwide from June 2003 through October 2011 for between $900 and $1,400.
Recall Date	2016-09-15T00:00:00
Description	The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included
Recall Number	16265
Manufacturers › Name	GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Remedy Options › Option	Repair
Inconjunctions › U R L	http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/60194r-eng.php
Consumer Contact	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.
Last Publish Date	2016-10-27T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	South Korea

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Rückrufendes UnternehmenGE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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