Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported November 2, 2016
Dehumidifiers Made by Midea Recalled Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards; $4.8 Million in Property Damage Reported
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards.
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Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China recalled This recall involves 25-, 30-, 40-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 75-pint dehumidifiers with th… - a moderate-severity action.
Dehumidifiers Made by Midea Recalled Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards; $4.8 Million i… was recalled by Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China in November 2, 2016. Reason: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact GD Midea f…. Verify recall #17024 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards..
- Moderate
- severity level
- November 2, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #17024) was formally reported on November 2, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3.4 million (in addition 850,000 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. 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 GD Midea for either a replacement unit or a partial refund. Consumers whose dehumidifiers were manufactured before Octob… - 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.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 3.4 million (in addition 850,000 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 25-, 30-, 40-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 75-pint dehumidifiers with the following brand names: Airworks, Alen, Arcticaire, Arctic King, Beaumark, Coolworks, ComfortAire, Comfort Star, Continental Electic, Crosley, Daewoo, Danby, Danby & Designer, Dayton, Degree, Diplomat, Edgestar, Excell, Fellini, Forest Air, Frigidaire, GE, Grunaire, Hanover, Honeywell, Homestyles, Hyundai, Ideal Air, Kenmore (Canada), Keystone, Kul, Midea, Nantucket, Ocean Breeze, Pelonis, Perfect Aire, Perfect Home, Polar Wind, Premiere, Professional Series, Royal Sovereign, Simplicity, Sunbeam, SPT, Sylvania, TGM, Touch Point, Trutemp, Uberhaus, Westpointe, Winix, and Winixl. The brand name, model number, pint capacity and manufacture date are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. To determine if your dehumidifier has been recalled, enter the model number at https://www.recallrtr.com/dehumidifier
Reason for recall
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact GD Midea for either a replacement unit or a partial refund. Consumers whose dehumidifiers were manufactured before October 1, 2008 will receive a partial refund, not a replacement. The manufacturing dates can be found on back of units.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17024 |
| Date reported | November 2, 2016 |
| Date initiated | November 2, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 3.4 million (in addition 850,000 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 turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact GD Midea for either a replacement unit or a partia…
- Check the recall number (17024) 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 25-, 30-, 40-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 75-pint dehumidifiers with the following brand names: Airworks, Alen, Arcticaire, Arctic King, Beaumark, Coolworks, ComfortAire, Comfort Star, Continental Electic, Crosley, Daewoo, Danby, Danby & Designer, Dayton, Degree, Diplomat, Edgestar, Excell, Fellini, Forest Air, Frigidaire, GE, Grunaire, Hanover, Honeywell, Homestyles, Hyundai, Ideal Air, Kenmore (Canada), Keystone, Kul, Midea, Nantucket, Ocean Breeze, Pelonis, Perfect Aire, Perfect Home, Polar Wind, Premiere, Professional Series, Royal Sovereign, Simplicity, Sunbeam, SPT, Sylvania, TGM, Touch Point, Trutemp, Uberhaus, Westpointe, Winix, and Winixl. The brand name, model number, pint capacity and manufacture date are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. To determine if your dehumidifier has been recalled, enter the model number at https://www.recallrtr.com/dehumidifier. Recalled by Gd Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 3.4 million (in addition 850,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact GD Midea for either a replacement unit or a partial refund. Consumers whose dehumidifiers were manufactured before October 1, 2008 will receive a partial refund, not a replacement. The manufacturing dates can be found on back of units.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17024.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (17024) 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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