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Curtis International Recalls Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; More Than $700,000 Reported in Property Damage

Name: Curtis International Recalls Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; More Than $700,000 Reported i...
Brand: ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China
SKU: CPSC-25395
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: July 24, 2025Recall ID: 25395Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Curtis International minifridges. "Frigidaire" is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge. The model numbers of the affected units are: EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175. The minifridges were sold in 6- and 9-Can sizes. Recalled minifridges include only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in a variety of colors, including black, blue, green, white, yellow, red, pink and silver. Model Number Serial Number EFMIS129 Between A2001 to A2308 - if model number is "EFMIS129-B" or EFMIS129-C", it is not included in this recall. EFMIS137 Between A2001 to A2312 EFMIS149 Between A2001 to A2308 EFMIS175 Between A2001 to A2310

Affected Products

Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, models EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175, limited to the listed serial numbers

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Curtis-International-Recalls-Frigidaire-brand-Minifridges-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-More-Than-700-000-Reported-in-Property-Damage
Title	Curtis International Recalls Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; More Than $700,000 Reported in Property Damage
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Frigidaire-Minifridge-1.png
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled Curtis International Minifridge Model EFMIS129 - serial numbers between A2001 to A2308 – except for model numbers containing "EFMIS129-B" or "EFMIS129-C"
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Frigidaire-Minifridge-2.png
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Curtis International Minifridge Model EFMIS137 - serial numbers between A2001 to A2312
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Frigidaire-Minifridge-3.png
Images › 3 › Caption	Recalled Curtis International Minifridge Model EFMIS149 - serial numbers between A2001 to A2308
Images › 4 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Frigidaire-Minifridge-4.png
Images › 4 › Caption	Recalled Curtis International Minifridge Model EFMIS175 - serial numbers between A2001 to A2310
Hazards › Name	The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
Injuries › Name	Curtis International has received at least 26 reports of the minifridges smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating and catching fire, with property damages totaling more than $700,000. Two consumers reported smoke inhalation injuries.
Products › Name	Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, models EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175, limited to the listed serial numbers
Products › Number Of Units	About 634,000
Recall I D	10352
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to receive a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge. Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write "Recall" using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.
Importers › Name	Curtis International Ltd., of Canada
Retailers › Name	Walmart and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 through December 2023 for between $36 and $40.
Recall Date	2025-07-24T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves Curtis International minifridges. "Frigidaire" is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge. The model numbers of the affected units are: EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175. The minifridges were sold in 6- and 9-Can sizes. Recalled minifridges include only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in a variety of colors, including black, blue, green, white, yellow, red, pink and silver. Model Number Serial Number EFMIS129 Between A2001 to A2308 - if model number is "EFMIS129-B" or EFMIS129-C", it is not included in this recall. EFMIS137 Between A2001 to A2312 EFMIS149 Between A2001 to A2308 EFMIS175 Between A2001 to A2310
Recall Number	25395
Manufacturers › Name	ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy Options › Option	Refund
Consumer Contact	Curtis International Ltd. toll-free at 888-727-0198 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recall@curtiscs.com, or online at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge.
Last Publish Date	2025-07-24T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	China

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Recalling FirmShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China

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