Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 15, 2014
Gree Reannounces Dehumidifier Recall Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards; More Fires and Property Damage Reported
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
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Gree Electric Appliances, of China recalled This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand name… - a moderate-severity action.
Gree Reannounces Dehumidifier Recall Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards; More Fires and… was recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, of China in May 15, 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 #14179 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
- May 15, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14179 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #14179) was formally reported on May 15, 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 2.5 million in the United States and 55,000 in Canada (This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014).
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.
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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.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 2.5 million in the United States and 55,000 in Canada (This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, GE, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima. Recalled model numbers and date codes are listed below. The brand name and the pint capacity are printed on the front of the dehumidifier. The model number and date code are printed on a sticker on the back, front or side of the unit. The dehumidifiers are white, beige, gray or black plastic and measure between 19 and 24 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep. Danby or Premiere Model number Capacity Date code range DDR3011 30-pint All units DDR30P 30-pint All units DDR4511 45-pint All units DDR45P 45-pint All units DDR6511 65-pint All units DDR65CHP 65-pint All units De'Longhi or SuperClima Model number Capacity Date code range DDSE30 30-pint All units DDSE40 40-pint All units DG50 50-pint All units Fedders Model number Capacity Date code range FEDH-MAH030-C15 30-pint All units FEDH-MAH070-C15 70-pint All units Fellini Model number Capacity Date code range 13-06030 50-pint All units 13-06031 70-pint All units Frigidaire Model number Pint capacity Date code range FDB30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDD25S1 25-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF70S1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70S1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDM30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDR30S1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 GE Model number Pint capacity Date code range ADER30LN 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW30LN 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR30LL 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR30LM 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW30LM 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER40LN 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHH40LL 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR40LL 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR40LM 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEH50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHH50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR50LL 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER65LN 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW65LN 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR65LL 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR65LM 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW65LM 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 Gree Model number Capacity Date code range 13-06090 30-pint All units 13-06091 45-pint All units 13-06092 50-pint All units GDN40AH-A4EBB1A 40-pint All units GDN45AH-A3EBB2A 45-pint All units GDN50AF-A3EBA8A 50-pint All units GDN50AF-A3EBA8B 50-pint All units GDN70AF-A3EBA8A 70-pint All units GDN70AF-A3EBB3A 70-pint All units GDN70AI-A3EBB2A 70-pint All units GDNE30AEBA1A8A 30-pint All units GDNE40AEBA1A8A 40-pint All units GDNE50AFBA1A8A 50-pint All units GDNE65AFBA1A8A 65-pint All units Kenmore Model number Capacity Date code range 407.52301210 30-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52501210 50-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52701210 70-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52702210 70-pint 2012-04 through 2012-08 Norpole Model number Capacity Date code range NPDH30PG 30-pint All units Seabreeze Model number Capacity Date code range DH450S 50-pint All units DH470S 70-pint All units SoleusAir Model Number Capacity Date code range CFM-25E 25-pint All units CFM-40E 40-pint All units DP1-30-03 30-pint All units DP1-40-03 40-pint All units DP1-50-03 50-pint All units DP1-50-03A 50-pint All units DP1-70-03 70-pint All units GL-DEH-30-1 30-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-45-2 45-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2L2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2Q2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70P-2S2 70-pint 1211 through 0612 GM-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint 010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-45-1 45-pint 122511 through 062112 GM-DEH-70-1S2 70-pint 010512 through 062112 SG-DEH-25-4 25-pint 032711 through 081712 SG-DEH-30-2 30-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-30B-1 30-pint 011210 through 041310 SG-DEH-30M-1 30-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1A 30-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint 010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1 45-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1A 45-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-45-2 45-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-50-2 50-pint 010712 through 010712 SG-DEH-70-1 70-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-70-1A 70-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-70-2 70-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint 032711 through 050712
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 | 14179 |
| Date reported | May 15, 2014 |
| Date initiated | May 15, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Gree Electric Appliances, of China |
| Affected scope | About 2.5 million in the United States and 55,000 in Canada (This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014) |
| 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 (14179) 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 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, GE, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima. Recalled model numbers and date codes are listed below. The brand name and the pint capacity are printed on the front of the dehumidifier. The model number and date code are printed on a sticker on the back, front or side of the unit. The dehumidifiers are white, beige, gray or black plastic and measure between 19 and 24 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep. Danby or Premiere Model number Capacity Date code range DDR3011 30-pint All units DDR30P 30-pint All units DDR4511 45-pint All units DDR45P 45-pint All units DDR6511 65-pint All units DDR65CHP 65-pint All units De'Longhi or SuperClima Model number Capacity Date code range DDSE30 30-pint All units DDSE40 40-pint All units DG50 50-pint All units Fedders Model number Capacity Date code range FEDH-MAH030-C15 30-pint All units FEDH-MAH070-C15 70-pint All units Fellini Model number Capacity Date code range 13-06030 50-pint All units 13-06031 70-pint All units Frigidaire Model number Pint capacity Date code range FDB30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDD25S1 25-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF70S1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70S1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDM30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDR30S1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 GE Model number Pint capacity Date code range ADER30LN 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW30LN 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR30LL 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR30LM 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW30LM 30 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER40LN 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHH40LL 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR40LL 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR40LM 40 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEH50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW50LN 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHH50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR50LL 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW50LM 50 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADER65LN 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 ADEW65LN 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR65LL 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHR65LM 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 AHW65LM 65 pint 01/08 through 12/10 Gree Model number Capacity Date code range 13-06090 30-pint All units 13-06091 45-pint All units 13-06092 50-pint All units GDN40AH-A4EBB1A 40-pint All units GDN45AH-A3EBB2A 45-pint All units GDN50AF-A3EBA8A 50-pint All units GDN50AF-A3EBA8B 50-pint All units GDN70AF-A3EBA8A 70-pint All units GDN70AF-A3EBB3A 70-pint All units GDN70AI-A3EBB2A 70-pint All units GDNE30AEBA1A8A 30-pint All units GDNE40AEBA1A8A 40-pint All units GDNE50AFBA1A8A 50-pint All units GDNE65AFBA1A8A 65-pint All units Kenmore Model number Capacity Date code range 407.52301210 30-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52501210 50-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52701210 70-pint 2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52702210 70-pint 2012-04 through 2012-08 Norpole Model number Capacity Date code range NPDH30PG 30-pint All units Seabreeze Model number Capacity Date code range DH450S 50-pint All units DH470S 70-pint All units SoleusAir Model Number Capacity Date code range CFM-25E 25-pint All units CFM-40E 40-pint All units DP1-30-03 30-pint All units DP1-40-03 40-pint All units DP1-50-03 50-pint All units DP1-50-03A 50-pint All units DP1-70-03 70-pint All units GL-DEH-30-1 30-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-45-2 45-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2L2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2Q2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70P-2S2 70-pint 1211 through 0612 GM-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint 010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-45-1 45-pint 122511 through 062112 GM-DEH-70-1S2 70-pint 010512 through 062112 SG-DEH-25-4 25-pint 032711 through 081712 SG-DEH-30-2 30-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-30B-1 30-pint 011210 through 041310 SG-DEH-30M-1 30-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1A 30-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint 010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1 45-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1A 45-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-45-2 45-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-50-2 50-pint 010712 through 010712 SG-DEH-70-1 70-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-70-1A 70-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-70-2 70-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint 032711 through 050712. Recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, of China. Units affected: About 2.5 million in the United States and 55,000 in Canada (This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014).
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 May 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14179.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (14179) 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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