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CPSC recall · Reported December 22, 2022

Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software Repair Available

The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
23080
Affected scope
About 663,500
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Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey recalled This recall involves several models of Samsung's top-load washers with super speed wash. ….

Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software Repair Available was recalled by Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey in December 22, 2022. Reason: The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately check whether their washer's software has been updated to pr…. Verify recall #23080 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey issued this CPSC recall-The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard..

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December 22, 2022
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23080 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.

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Product description

This recall involves several models of Samsung's top-load washers with super speed wash. The washers were sold in white, black, champagne, and ivory colors and include model series WA49B, WA50B, WA51A, WA52A, WA54A, and WA55A. The model and serial numbers are found on the washer's label attached to the inside of the top lid. An additional label is located on the rear of the washer. The following model and serial number ranges are included in the recall: Model Number Serial Number Range WA49B5105AV/US 01J457BT700001W through 01J457BTB00111H WA49B5105AW/US 01J557BT700001J through 01J557BT700010D WA49B5205AW/US 01HH57BT300006X through 01HH57BTB00932W WA50B5100AV/US 01J257BT70001B through 01J257BTB01232B WA50B5100AW/US 01J357BT770001L through 01J357BT700010F WA51A5505AC/US 01HA57BR700003P through 01HA57BTB00346F WA51A5505AV/US 01H257BR600003R through 01H257BTB02018L WA51A5505AW/US 01GY57BR600026P through 01GY57BTB00269W WA52A5500AC/US 01HB57BR700003Y through 01HB57BTB02968X WA52A5500AV/US 01H357BR600006A through 01H357BTB01820Y WA52A5500AW/US 01H457BR600003X through 01H457BTB01503Y WA54A7305AV/US 01H557BR600003P through 01H557BR800650T WA55A7300AE/US 01H057BR600001H through 01H057BTB05872Z WA55A7700AV/US 01H157BR600151Z through 01H157ZT700005K

Reason for recall

The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately check whether their washer's software has been updated to prevent the hazard; and, if not, consumers should immediately stop using the washer until the software is updated. Instructions on how to check whether a washer's software has been updated can be found here https://www.samsung.com/us/support/tlw-sw-update. All Wi-Fi equipped washers that are plugged into a power source and actively connected to the internet will automatically download the free software repair over-the-air when they are connected to the internet. Consumers who have not connected their Wi-Fi equipped washer to the internet should contact Samsung for instructions on how to download the software repair. Consumers whose washer does not have Wi-Fi capability or who otherwise wish to receive a free software repair without connecting to the internet, should immediately stop using the washer and contact Samsung directly for a free dongle to plug in and download the free software 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 23080
Date reported December 22, 2022
Date initiated December 22, 2022
Recalling firm Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
Affected scope About 663,500
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 check whether their washer's software has been updated to prevent the hazard; and, if not, consumers…

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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? ▼
This recall involves several models of Samsung's top-load washers with super speed wash. The washers were sold in white, black, champagne, and ivory colors and include model series WA49B, WA50B, WA51A, WA52A, WA54A, and WA55A. The model and serial numbers are found on the washer's label attached to the inside of the top lid. An additional label is located on the rear of the washer. The following model and serial number ranges are included in the recall: Model Number Serial Number Range WA49B5105AV/US 01J457BT700001W through 01J457BTB00111H WA49B5105AW/US 01J557BT700001J through 01J557BT700010D WA49B5205AW/US 01HH57BT300006X through 01HH57BTB00932W WA50B5100AV/US 01J257BT70001B through 01J257BTB01232B WA50B5100AW/US 01J357BT770001L through 01J357BT700010F WA51A5505AC/US 01HA57BR700003P through 01HA57BTB00346F WA51A5505AV/US 01H257BR600003R through 01H257BTB02018L WA51A5505AW/US 01GY57BR600026P through 01GY57BTB00269W WA52A5500AC/US 01HB57BR700003Y through 01HB57BTB02968X WA52A5500AV/US 01H357BR600006A through 01H357BTB01820Y WA52A5500AW/US 01H457BR600003X through 01H457BTB01503Y WA54A7305AV/US 01H557BR600003P through 01H557BR800650T WA55A7300AE/US 01H057BR600001H through 01H057BTB05872Z WA55A7700AV/US 01H157BR600151Z through 01H157ZT700005K. Recalled by Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. Units affected: About 663,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately check whether their washer's software has been updated to prevent the hazard; and, if not, consumers should immediately stop using the washer until the software is updated. Instructions on how to check whether a washer's software has been updated can be found here https://www.samsung.com/us/support/tlw-sw-update. All Wi-Fi equipped washers that are plugged into a power source and actively connected to the internet will automatically download the free software repair over-the-air when they are connected to the internet. Consumers who have not connected their Wi-Fi equipped washer to the internet should contact Samsung for instructions on how to download the software repair. Consumers whose washer does not have Wi-Fi capability or who otherwise wish to receive a free software repair without connecting to the internet, should immediately stop using the washer and contact Samsung directly for a free dongle to plug in and download the free software repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2022. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 23080.
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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