CPSC recall · Reported April 19, 2001
CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore Dehumidifiers
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
Lg Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea recalled The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for….
CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmor… was recalled by Lg Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea in April 19, 2001. Reason: These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire haz…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a f…. Verify recall #01130 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Lg Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea issued this CPSC recall-These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire haz….
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- agency class
- April 19, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01130 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control. The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only). The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side.
Reason for recall
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01130 |
| Date reported | April 19, 2001 |
| Date initiated | April 19, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Lg Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea |
| Affected scope | About 100,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (01130) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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