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Fire / OverheatingJune 16, 2021CPSC #21151

Cove Appliance Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Dishwashers
Units affected
42,000
Remedy
replacement, repair

What was recalled

This recall involves Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers model numbers DW2450 and DW2450WS. The recalled dishwashers have serial numbers 20000100 through 20044445. The model number, serial number and date code are printed on the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher. "Cove" is printed on the outside of the door and on the far right side of the control panel, located on the top of the unit's door.

Hazard

The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.

Photos

Recalled Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwasher
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