GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard

An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #: 16265
Affected scope: About 222,000 (in addition, about 450 were sold in Canada)

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Ge Appliances, of Louisville, Ky. recalled The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washer….

GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Ge Appliances, of Louisville, Ky. in September 15, 2016. Reason: An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Ap…. Verify recall #16265 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ge Appliances, of Louisville, Ky. issued this CPSC recall-An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard..

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agency class: September 15, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16265 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.

Product description

The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included

Reason for recall

An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.

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	16265
Date reported	September 15, 2016
Date initiated	September 15, 2016
Recalling firm	Ge Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Affected scope	About 222,000 (in addition, about 450 were sold in Canada)
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 unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.

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Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 15, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16265.

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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