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CPSC recall · Reported February 18, 2005

CPSC, GE Announce Recall of Built-In Dishwashers

These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
05116
Affected scope
About 74,300
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Ge Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky. recalled The following models are included in this recall and were sold after January 20, 2004: GE….

CPSC, GE Announce Recall of Built-In Dishwashers was recalled by Ge Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky. in February 18, 2005. Reason: These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazar…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for thei…. Verify recall #05116 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ge Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky. issued this CPSC recall-These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazar….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05116 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 following models are included in this recall and were sold after January 20, 2004: GE dishwasher models GSD5500G, GSD5560G, GSD5800G, GSD5900G, GSD5960G, EDW3000G, and EDW3060G, with serial numbers with the first letter A through T and the second letter G, or the serial letters VF. The serial number is important, as not all dishwashers with these model numbers are included in this recall. The model and serial number are located inside the door wall of the dishwasher.

Reason for recall

These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of charge.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 05116
Date reported February 18, 2005
Date initiated February 18, 2005
Recalling firm Ge Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky.
Affected scope About 74,300
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 immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of cha…

  • Check the recall number (05116) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The following models are included in this recall and were sold after January 20, 2004: GE dishwasher models GSD5500G, GSD5560G, GSD5800G, GSD5900G, GSD5960G, EDW3000G, and EDW3060G, with serial numbers with the first letter A through T and the second letter G, or the serial letters VF. The serial number is important, as not all dishwashers with these model numbers are included in this recall. The model and serial number are located inside the door wall of the dishwasher.. Recalled by Ge Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky.. Units affected: About 74,300.
Why was this product recalled?
These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 18, 2005. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05116.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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