Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported January 30, 2014
Gree Expands Dehumidifier Recall to Include GE Brand Dehumidifiers Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
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Gree Electric Appliances, of China recalled This recall involves 30, 40, 50, 65-pint dehumidifiers with the GE brand name. Recalled m… - a moderate-severity action.
Gree Expands Dehumidifier Recall to Include GE Brand Dehumidifiers Due to Serious Fire an… was recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, of China in January 30, 2014. Reason: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to re…. Verify recall #14095 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Gree Electric Appliances, of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- January 30, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14095 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #14095) was formally reported on January 30, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Gree Electric Appliances, of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 350,000 in the United States and 2,700 in Canada (Gree previously recalled 2.2 million dehumidifiers under 12 other brand names in September 2013).
The documented reason for this recall is: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 350,000 in the United States and 2,700 in Canada (Gree previously recalled 2.2 million dehumidifiers under 12 other brand names in September 2013)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 30, 40, 50, 65-pint dehumidifiers with the GE brand name. Recalled model numbers are listed below. The brand name, model number, pint capacity and manufacture date are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. The dehumidifiers are light gray plastic and measure between 19 and 23 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep. Model Number Capacity Manufacture Date ADER30LN 30 pint 1/08 through 12/10 (for January 2008 through December 2010) ADEW30LN 30 pint AHR30LL 30 pint AHR30LM 30 pint AHW30LM 30 pint ADER40LN 40 pint AHH40LL 40 pint AHR40LL 40 pint AHR40LM 40 pint ADEH50LN 50 pint ADER50LN 50 pint ADEW50LN 50 pint AHH50LM 50 pint AHR50LL 50 pint AHR50LM 50 pint AHW50LM 50 pint ADER65LN 65 pint ADEW65LN 65 pint AHR65LL 65 pint AHR65LM 65 pint AHW65LM 65 pint
Reason for recall
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14095 |
| Date reported | January 30, 2014 |
| Date initiated | January 30, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Gree Electric Appliances, of China |
| Affected scope | About 350,000 in the United States and 2,700 in Canada (Gree previously recalled 2.2 million dehumidifiers under 12 other brand names in September 2013) |
| 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 turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund.
- Check the recall number (14095) 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? ▼
This recall involves 30, 40, 50, 65-pint dehumidifiers with the GE brand name. Recalled model numbers are listed below. The brand name, model number, pint capacity and manufacture date are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. The dehumidifiers are light gray plastic and measure between 19 and 23 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep. Model Number Capacity Manufacture Date ADER30LN 30 pint 1/08 through 12/10 (for January 2008 through December 2010) ADEW30LN 30 pint AHR30LL 30 pint AHR30LM 30 pint AHW30LM 30 pint ADER40LN 40 pint AHH40LL 40 pint AHR40LL 40 pint AHR40LM 40 pint ADEH50LN 50 pint ADER50LN 50 pint ADEW50LN 50 pint AHH50LM 50 pint AHR50LL 50 pint AHR50LM 50 pint AHW50LM 50 pint ADER65LN 65 pint ADEW65LN 65 pint AHR65LL 65 pint AHR65LM 65 pint AHW65LM 65 pint. Recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, of China. Units affected: About 350,000 in the United States and 2,700 in Canada (Gree previously recalled 2.2 million dehumidifiers under 12 other brand names in September 2013).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 30, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14095.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (14095) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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