Electrolux Group · Recalled
Electrolux Group Recalls Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers Due to Fire Hazard
The felt seal on the dryer drum can be folded inward which can lead to lint accumulation, creating a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 13,600
- Reports
- 23
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1,400
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
This recall involves all Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers with model numbers FFLG4033QW and FFLG4033QT. The Laundry Centers were sold in white and titanium colors and have "FRIGIDAIRE" written below the dryer door. The serial number is located on a white sticker inside the dryer door, and the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Model Numbers Serial Numbers FFLG4033QWX 4E44114739 through 4E81603034 FFLG4033QTX 4E44308482 through 4E81603380
The file
- Sold at
- Lowe's, Home Depot, and other independent appliance stores nationwide from October 2014 through April 2018 for about $1,400.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- Mexico
- Recalled by
- Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina
Incident log
Electrolux Group has received 23 reports of fire and one report of a smoke inhalation injury.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the dryer of the recalled Laundry Centers and contact Electrolux Group for a free inspection, repair and lint removal service. Electrolux Group is contacting known purchasers directly. Consumers can continue to use the washer which is unaffected by the issue.
Online at https://www.LaundryCenterRecall.com or online at www.Frigidaire.com and click the "Product Recalls" link at the top of the page for more information or by phone at 800-747-4620 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET or via email at laundrycenterrecall@Electrolux.com.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
