Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 16, 2023
Gree Recalls 1.56 Million Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Reports of At Least 23 Fires
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai recalled This recall involves 42 models of dehumidifiers with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, … - a moderate-severity action.
Gree Recalls 1.56 Million Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Reports of At Least… was recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai in August 16, 2023. Reason: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop use, unplug the dehumidifiers, and contact Gree to rece…. Verify recall #23262 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 16, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23262 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #23262) was formally reported on August 16, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1.56 million.
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 stop use, 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.
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.
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Affected scope
About 1.56 million
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves 42 models of dehumidifiers with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole and Seabreeze, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014. The recalled model numbers are listed below. Kenmore Model number Capacity 407.5353031 30-pint 407.5355031 50-pint 407.5357031 70-pint 407.5357131 70-pint GE Model number Capacity ADEH50LPQ1 50-pint ADEH50LQQ1 50-pint ADEH50LRL1 50-pint ADEL30LRQ1 30-pint ADEL50LRL1 50-pint ADEL70LRL1 70-pint ADER30LPQ1 30-pint ADER30LQQ1 30-pint ADER40LPQ1 40-pint ADER40LQQ1 40-pint ADER50LPQ1 50-pint ADER50LQQ1 50-pint ADER50LRL1 50-pint ADER50LSL1 (with date code 01/14) 50-pint ADER65LPQ1 65-pint ADER65LQQ1 65-pint ADER70LRL1 70-pint ADEW30LPQ1 30-pint ADEW30LQQ1 30-pint ADEW50LPQ1 50-pint ADEW50LQQ1 50-pint ADEW50LRL1 50-pint ADEW65LPQ1 65-pint ADEW65LQQ1 65-pint ADEW70LRL1 70-pint SoleusAir Model number Capacity GL-DEH-45F-2Q3 45-pint GL-DEH-70EIP-6L3 70-pint GL-DEH-70F-2L3 70-pint GM-DEH-30M-1Q3 30-pint GM-DEH-45-1Q3 45-pint GM-DEH-70-1L3 70-pint SG-DEH-25-4 25-pint SG-DEH-30E-1Q3 30-pint SG-DEH-45E-1Q3 45-pint SG-DEH-70E-1L3 70-pint SG-DEH-70E-2L3 70-pint Seabreeze DH470SB 70-pint Norpole NPDH30PG-1 30-pint
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 stop use, 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 | 23262 |
| Date reported | August 16, 2023 |
| Date initiated | August 16, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai |
| Affected scope | About 1.56 million |
| 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 stop use, unplug the dehumidifiers, and contact Gree to receive a refund.
- Check the recall number (23262) 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 42 models of dehumidifiers with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole and Seabreeze, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014. The recalled model numbers are listed below. Kenmore Model number Capacity 407.5353031 30-pint 407.5355031 50-pint 407.5357031 70-pint 407.5357131 70-pint GE Model number Capacity ADEH50LPQ1 50-pint ADEH50LQQ1 50-pint ADEH50LRL1 50-pint ADEL30LRQ1 30-pint ADEL50LRL1 50-pint ADEL70LRL1 70-pint ADER30LPQ1 30-pint ADER30LQQ1 30-pint ADER40LPQ1 40-pint ADER40LQQ1 40-pint ADER50LPQ1 50-pint ADER50LQQ1 50-pint ADER50LRL1 50-pint ADER50LSL1 (with date code 01/14) 50-pint ADER65LPQ1 65-pint ADER65LQQ1 65-pint ADER70LRL1 70-pint ADEW30LPQ1 30-pint ADEW30LQQ1 30-pint ADEW50LPQ1 50-pint ADEW50LQQ1 50-pint ADEW50LRL1 50-pint ADEW65LPQ1 65-pint ADEW65LQQ1 65-pint ADEW70LRL1 70-pint SoleusAir Model number Capacity GL-DEH-45F-2Q3 45-pint GL-DEH-70EIP-6L3 70-pint GL-DEH-70F-2L3 70-pint GM-DEH-30M-1Q3 30-pint GM-DEH-45-1Q3 45-pint GM-DEH-70-1L3 70-pint SG-DEH-25-4 25-pint SG-DEH-30E-1Q3 30-pint SG-DEH-45E-1Q3 45-pint SG-DEH-70E-1L3 70-pint SG-DEH-70E-2L3 70-pint Seabreeze DH470SB 70-pint Norpole NPDH30PG-1 30-pint. Recalled by Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai. Units affected: About 1.56 million.
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 stop use, unplug the dehumidifiers, and contact Gree to receive a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 16, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23262.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (23262) 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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