CPSC recall · Reported January 15, 2026
Curtis International Expands Recall of Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China recalled This recall expansion involves Curtis International 6-can minifridge model EFMIS121. This….
Curtis International Expands Recall of Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn … was recalled by ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China in January 15, 2026. Reason: The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing,…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructi…. Verify recall #26199 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China issued this CPSC recall-The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing,….
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- January 15, 2026
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #26199 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.
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Product description
This recall expansion involves Curtis International 6-can minifridge model EFMIS121. This is in addition to certain minifridges with model numbers EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175 that were previously recalled. "Frigidaire" is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge. This recall includes only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in red at Target stores. Model Number Serial Number EFMIS121 Between A2001 and A2310
Reason for recall
The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge. Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write "Recall" using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 26199 |
| Date reported | January 15, 2026 |
| Date initiated | January 15, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 330,000, Curtis International previously recalled 634,000 minifridges in July 2024 |
| 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 using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at www.reca…
- Check the recall number (26199) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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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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