GE · Recalled
GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the machine is operating, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.
- Units
- About 181,000
- Reports
- 7
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $700
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves GE front-load washing machines without auxiliary water heating. Model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. Recalled washing machines were manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers. Brand GE Model Number Begins With: WBVH5 Serial Number Begins With: AM, AR, AS, AT, DM, DR, DS, FM, FR, FS, GM, GS, HM, HR, HS, LM, LR, LS, MM, MR, MS, RM, RR, RS, SM, SR, SS, TM, TR, TS, VM, VR, VS, ZL, ZM, ZR, ZS
The file
- Sold at
- Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.
- Product type
- Washing Machines
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.
Incident log
GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washer, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.
For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (888) 345-4124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.geappliances.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUN 10 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.
