Refrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse
USRefrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse
Recalling Firm: White-Westinghouse
Product Description & Identification
TranslatedRefrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 1977 Release # 77-125 Refrigerator Repair Program Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 20) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and White-Westinghouse Company today announced that White-Westinghouse is voluntarily modifying 17,508 of its 14-cubic-foot refrigerators because they present a possible shock hazard if not properly grounded. These refrigerators may contain an improperly placed heater wire, which could, under some circumstances, contact the refrigerator's cabinet or evaporator, thereby presenting a possible shock hazard to a consumer touching the refrigerator. The company emphasizes that no shock incidents have been reported regarding the refrigerators. The 14-cubic-foot refrigerators subject to the modification are identifiable by model numbers RT146T, RT145T, RT141T, RT144T, RT14XW and RT14YW, which were manufactured between March 8 and Nov. 11,1977, and distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Only those refrigerators bearing serial numbers commencing with the letters RUD, RUE, RUF, RUG, RUH, RUJ, RUK, RUL, and RTG and followed by five numbers are affected. Consumers are instructed to find the model and serial numbers on the serial plate located on the lower left-front corner of the refrigerator above the kick plate grating. The serial plate is visible only when the refrigerator door is open. In opening the door to view the serial plate, the consumer is cautioned not to touch any other kitchen appliance, including the kitchen sink. Consumers who have a 14-cubic-foot refrigerator within the indicated serial number block should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased for inspection and repair, if necessary, at no charge to the consumer. If consumers are unable to contact their dealers, they may contact White- Westinghouse at 800-245-0600 (Pennsylvania residents 800-242-0580; Puerto Rico residents 733-5143). If consumers are unable to contact White-Westinghouse, they may contact CPSC at 800-638-2772.
Affected Products
TranslatedWhite-Westinghouse 14-cubic-foot refrigerators
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1977/Refrigerator-Repair-Program-Announced1 |
| Title | Refrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse |
| Products › Name | White-Westinghouse 14-cubic-foot refrigerators |
| Products › Type | Refrigerators |
| Products › Category I D | 2096 |
| Recall I D | 3912 |
| Recall Date | 1977-12-20T00:00:00 |
| Description | Refrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 1977 Release # 77-125 Refrigerator Repair Program Announced WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 20) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and White-Westinghouse Company today announced that White-Westinghouse is voluntarily modifying 17,508 of its 14-cubic-foot refrigerators because they present a possible shock hazard if not properly grounded. These refrigerators may contain an improperly placed heater wire, which could, under some circumstances, contact the refrigerator's cabinet or evaporator, thereby presenting a possible shock hazard to a consumer touching the refrigerator. The company emphasizes that no shock incidents have been reported regarding the refrigerators. The 14-cubic-foot refrigerators subject to the modification are identifiable by model numbers RT146T, RT145T, RT141T, RT144T, RT14XW and RT14YW, which were manufactured between March 8 and Nov. 11,1977, and distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Only those refrigerators bearing serial numbers commencing with the letters RUD, RUE, RUF, RUG, RUH, RUJ, RUK, RUL, and RTG and followed by five numbers are affected. Consumers are instructed to find the model and serial numbers on the serial plate located on the lower left-front corner of the refrigerator above the kick plate grating. The serial plate is visible only when the refrigerator door is open. In opening the door to view the serial plate, the consumer is cautioned not to touch any other kitchen appliance, including the kitchen sink. Consumers who have a 14-cubic-foot refrigerator within the indicated serial number block should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased for inspection and repair, if necessary, at no charge to the consumer. If consumers are unable to contact their dealers, they may contact White- Westinghouse at 800-245-0600 (Pennsylvania residents 800-242-0580; Puerto Rico residents 733-5143). If consumers are unable to contact White-Westinghouse, they may contact CPSC at 800-638-2772. |
| Recall Number | 77125 |
| Manufacturers › Name | White-Westinghouse |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-02-04T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
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 GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Refrigerator Repaired by White-Westinghouse?
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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