GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
What was recalled
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
Hazard
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.
Injuries
GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.
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