Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 4, 2021
Two Million Dehumidifiers With Well-Known Brand Names Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Manufactured by New Widetech
The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
New Widetech recalled This recall involves 25-, 30-, 35-, 45-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 74-pint dehumidifiers wi… - a moderate-severity action.
Two Million Dehumidifiers With Well-Known Brand Names Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazar… was recalled by New Widetech in August 4, 2021. Reason: The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and contact New Widetech for a …. Verify recall #21174 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
New Widetech issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards..
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 4, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21174 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #21174) was formally reported on August 4, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. New Widetech is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2 million (In addition, about 380,000 in Canada, and about 25,000 in Mexico).
The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing 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 stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and contact New Widetech for a refund. The amount of the refund will be pro-rated based on the age of the dehumidifier. - 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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Affected scope
About 2 million (In addition, about 380,000 in Canada, and about 25,000 in Mexico)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 25-, 30-, 35-, 45-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 74-pint dehumidifiers with the brand names including AeonAir, Amana, ArcticAire (Danby), Classic (Danby / Home Hardware Stores), Commercial Cool, Danby, Danby Designer, Danby Premiere, De'Longhi, Edgestar, Friedrich, Generations (Danby), Haier, Honeywell (JMATEK / AirTek), Idylis, Ivation, perfect aire, SuperClima, Whirlpool, and Whynter. The brand name, model number, and pint capacity are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. AeonAir Model number Capacity RDH30EB 30-pint RDH30EB-1 30-pint RDH45EB 45-pint RDH45EB-1 45-pint RDH60EB 60-pint RDH70EB 70-pint RDH70EB-1 70-pint RDH70EDP 70-pint WDH-945EL 45-pint WDH-945EL-1 45-pint Amana Model Number Capacity D930M 30-pint D935M 35-pint D945E 45-pint D950EP 50-pint D965E 65-pint D965E-E 65-pint D970E-E 70-pint D970EP 70-pint D974E 74-pint DM70E-E 70-pint ArcticAire (Danby) Model Number Capacity ADR30A2G 30-pint ADR50A2G 50-pint ADR70A2C 70-pint ADR70A2G 70-pint Classic (Danby / Home Hardware Stores) Model Number Capacity 3824-527 70-pint 3824-527-1 70-pint Commercial Cool Model Number Capacity CJ30M 30-pint CJ35M 35-pint CJ50E 50-pint CJ70E 70-pint CJ70EP 70-pint CK50E 50-pint Danby Model Number Capacity DDR45A3GDB 45-pint DDR70A3GDB 70-pint Danby Designer Model Number Capacity DDR60RGDD 60-pint Danby Premiere Model Number Capacity DDR25E 25-pint DDR25E-1 25-pint DDR30A1GP 30-pint DDR30A2GP 30-pint DDR30E 30-pint DDR30E-1 30-pint DDR30E-2 30-pint DDR45A1GP 45-pint DDR45A2GP 45-pint DDR45A3GP 45-pint DDR45E 45-pint DDR45E-1 45-pint DDR5009REE 50-pint DDR5009REE-1 50-pint DDR5011 50-pint DDR5011-1 50-pint DDR50A1GP 50-pint DDR50A2GP 50-pint DDR6009REE 60-pint DDR6009REE-1 60-pint DDR60A1GP 60-pint DDR60A2GP 60-pint DDR60A3GP 60-pint DDR7009REE 70-pint DDR7009REE-1 70-pint DDR70A1GP 70-pint DDR70A2GP 70-pint De'Longhi Model Number Capacity DD30P 30-pint DD40P 40-pint DD40PCA 40-pint DD45 45-pint DD45E 45-pint DD45P 45-pint DD45PE 45-pint DD50P 50-pint DD50PC 50-pint DD50PE 50-pint DD50PSC 50-pint DD50PSCE 50-pint DD70PE 70-pint DDX45PE 45-pint With respect to DDX45PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 DDX50PE 50-pint With respect to DDX50PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 DDX70PE 70-pint With respect to DDX70PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 Edgestar Model Number Capacity DEP500WP 50-pint DEP501WP 50-pint DEP700WP 70-pint DEP701WP 70-pint Friedrich Model Number Capacity D25ANP 25-pint D25BNP 25-pint D25D 25-pint D25DA 25-pint D50AP 50-pint D50BP 50-pint D50BP-A 50-pint D50D 50-pint D70BP 70-pint D70BP-A 70-pint D70AP 70-pint D70BP 70-pint D70D 70-pint Generations (Danby) Model Number Capacity GDR5011BL 50-pint GDR50A1C 50-pint GDR50A2C 50-pint Haier Model Number Capacity HEN70ETFP 70-pint HEN70ETFP-E 70-pint HM50EP 50-pint HM70EP 70-pint Honeywell (JMATEK / AirTek) Model Number Capacity DH45W 45-pint With respect to DH45W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1501/000001 through 1501/000924 DH50W 50-pint With respect to DH50W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1412/000001 through 1412/000850 1501/000001 through 1501/002774 1503/002775 through 1503/005170 1504/005171 through 1504/006546 DH70W 70-pint With respect to DH70W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1412/000001 through 1412/001020 1501/000001 through 1501/003798 1503/003799 through 1503/008436 1504/008437 through 1504/012070 Idylis Model Number Capacity 0526011 70-pint 0526051 70-pint Ivation Model Number Capacity IVADH30PW 30-pint IVADH70PW 70-pint perfect aire Model Number Capacity 1PED30 30-pint 1PED50 50-pint 1PED50S 50-pint 1PED70 70-pint 1PEDP50 50-pint 1PEDP70 70-pint PADP50 50-pint PADP70 70-pint SuperClima Model Number Capacity DW30M 30-pint Whirlpool Model Number Capacity WDH70EAPW 70-pint Whynter Model Number Capacity RPD-302W 30-pint RPD-503SP 50-pint RPD-702WP 70-pint
Reason for recall
The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and contact New Widetech for a refund. The amount of the refund will be pro-rated based on the age of the dehumidifier.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21174 |
| Date reported | August 4, 2021 |
| Date initiated | August 4, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | New Widetech |
| Affected scope | About 2 million (In addition, about 380,000 in Canada, and about 25,000 in Mexico) |
| 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 stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and contact New Widetech for a refund. The amount of the refund will be…
- Check the recall number (21174) 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-, 35-, 45-, 50-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 74-pint dehumidifiers with the brand names including AeonAir, Amana, ArcticAire (Danby), Classic (Danby / Home Hardware Stores), Commercial Cool, Danby, Danby Designer, Danby Premiere, De'Longhi, Edgestar, Friedrich, Generations (Danby), Haier, Honeywell (JMATEK / AirTek), Idylis, Ivation, perfect aire, SuperClima, Whirlpool, and Whynter. The brand name, model number, and pint capacity are printed on the nameplate sticker on the back of the dehumidifier. AeonAir Model number Capacity RDH30EB 30-pint RDH30EB-1 30-pint RDH45EB 45-pint RDH45EB-1 45-pint RDH60EB 60-pint RDH70EB 70-pint RDH70EB-1 70-pint RDH70EDP 70-pint WDH-945EL 45-pint WDH-945EL-1 45-pint Amana Model Number Capacity D930M 30-pint D935M 35-pint D945E 45-pint D950EP 50-pint D965E 65-pint D965E-E 65-pint D970E-E 70-pint D970EP 70-pint D974E 74-pint DM70E-E 70-pint ArcticAire (Danby) Model Number Capacity ADR30A2G 30-pint ADR50A2G 50-pint ADR70A2C 70-pint ADR70A2G 70-pint Classic (Danby / Home Hardware Stores) Model Number Capacity 3824-527 70-pint 3824-527-1 70-pint Commercial Cool Model Number Capacity CJ30M 30-pint CJ35M 35-pint CJ50E 50-pint CJ70E 70-pint CJ70EP 70-pint CK50E 50-pint Danby Model Number Capacity DDR45A3GDB 45-pint DDR70A3GDB 70-pint Danby Designer Model Number Capacity DDR60RGDD 60-pint Danby Premiere Model Number Capacity DDR25E 25-pint DDR25E-1 25-pint DDR30A1GP 30-pint DDR30A2GP 30-pint DDR30E 30-pint DDR30E-1 30-pint DDR30E-2 30-pint DDR45A1GP 45-pint DDR45A2GP 45-pint DDR45A3GP 45-pint DDR45E 45-pint DDR45E-1 45-pint DDR5009REE 50-pint DDR5009REE-1 50-pint DDR5011 50-pint DDR5011-1 50-pint DDR50A1GP 50-pint DDR50A2GP 50-pint DDR6009REE 60-pint DDR6009REE-1 60-pint DDR60A1GP 60-pint DDR60A2GP 60-pint DDR60A3GP 60-pint DDR7009REE 70-pint DDR7009REE-1 70-pint DDR70A1GP 70-pint DDR70A2GP 70-pint De'Longhi Model Number Capacity DD30P 30-pint DD40P 40-pint DD40PCA 40-pint DD45 45-pint DD45E 45-pint DD45P 45-pint DD45PE 45-pint DD50P 50-pint DD50PC 50-pint DD50PE 50-pint DD50PSC 50-pint DD50PSCE 50-pint DD70PE 70-pint DDX45PE 45-pint With respect to DDX45PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 DDX50PE 50-pint With respect to DDX50PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 DDX70PE 70-pint With respect to DDX70PE, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 721 25 900053 P000001 through 721 25 900053 P000549 Edgestar Model Number Capacity DEP500WP 50-pint DEP501WP 50-pint DEP700WP 70-pint DEP701WP 70-pint Friedrich Model Number Capacity D25ANP 25-pint D25BNP 25-pint D25D 25-pint D25DA 25-pint D50AP 50-pint D50BP 50-pint D50BP-A 50-pint D50D 50-pint D70BP 70-pint D70BP-A 70-pint D70AP 70-pint D70BP 70-pint D70D 70-pint Generations (Danby) Model Number Capacity GDR5011BL 50-pint GDR50A1C 50-pint GDR50A2C 50-pint Haier Model Number Capacity HEN70ETFP 70-pint HEN70ETFP-E 70-pint HM50EP 50-pint HM70EP 70-pint Honeywell (JMATEK / AirTek) Model Number Capacity DH45W 45-pint With respect to DH45W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1501/000001 through 1501/000924 DH50W 50-pint With respect to DH50W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1412/000001 through 1412/000850 1501/000001 through 1501/002774 1503/002775 through 1503/005170 1504/005171 through 1504/006546 DH70W 70-pint With respect to DH70W, only units within the following range of serial numbers are being recalled: 1412/000001 through 1412/001020 1501/000001 through 1501/003798 1503/003799 through 1503/008436 1504/008437 through 1504/012070 Idylis Model Number Capacity 0526011 70-pint 0526051 70-pint Ivation Model Number Capacity IVADH30PW 30-pint IVADH70PW 70-pint perfect aire Model Number Capacity 1PED30 30-pint 1PED50 50-pint 1PED50S 50-pint 1PED70 70-pint 1PEDP50 50-pint 1PEDP70 70-pint PADP50 50-pint PADP70 70-pint SuperClima Model Number Capacity DW30M 30-pint Whirlpool Model Number Capacity WDH70EAPW 70-pint Whynter Model Number Capacity RPD-302W 30-pint RPD-503SP 50-pint RPD-702WP 70-pint. Recalled by New Widetech. Units affected: About 2 million (In addition, about 380,000 in Canada, and about 25,000 in Mexico).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled dehumidifiers can overheat and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and contact New Widetech for a refund. The amount of the refund will be pro-rated based on the age of the dehumidifier.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 4, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21174.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (21174) 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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