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Additional Reports of Fires and Low Consumer Response Rate Prompt Reannouncement of Goldstar and Comfort-Aire Dehumidifier Recall

Reported: August 10, 2010 Initiated: August 10, 2010 #10316

Product Description

This recall involves 30-pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. "Goldstar" or "Comfort-Aire" is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed. Brand Model No.Serial Number Range Sold at Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001~08400 611TAxx08401~40600 612TAxx00001~20400 612TAxx21001~30600 Home Depot Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001~00600 701TAxx00001~16800 702TAxx00001~03000 Walmart Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TA000001~001697 612TA000001~004200 701TA000001~000578 710TA000001~000599 Heat Controller Inc.

Reason for Recall

The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 98,000 (previously recalled in December 2009)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Additional-Reports-of-Fires-and-Low-Consumer-Response-Rate-Prompt-Reannouncement-of-Goldstar-and-Comfort-Aire-Dehumidifier-Recall

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves 30-pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. "Goldstar" or "Comfort-Aire" is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed. Brand Model No.Serial Number Range Sold at Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001~08400 611TAxx08401~40600 612TAxx00001~20400 612TAxx21001~30600 Home Depot Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001~00600 701TAxx00001~16800 702TAxx00001~03000 Walmart Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TA000001~001697 612TA000001~004200 701TA000001~000578 710TA000001~000599 Heat Controller Inc.. Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., of China. Units affected: About 98,000 (previously recalled in December 2009).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 10, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10316.

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