# CPSC, Whirlpool Corporation Announce Recall of Dishwashers
> **CPSC recall** · 2005-02-25 · 05123 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 05123
- **Date:** 2005-02-25
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Whirlpool® and Kenmore® brand dishwashers

## Hazards

An electrical defect within the dishwashers' wash motor wiring poses a risk of the motor overheating and possibly catching fire.

## Manufacturer(s)

Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.

## Retailer(s)

Department and appliance stores and through home builders nationwide, from June 2004 through January 2005, for between $350 and $600.

## Country of manufacture

United States; China

## Description

The recalled products are Whirlpool® brand and Kenmore® brand (made by Whirlpool Corporation) under-the-counter, plastic tall tub dishwashers. The dishwashers come with black, white, biscuit, or stainless front panels. They have the following model and serial numbers located inside the tub on a tag near the left side of the door opening: Brand Product Model Number Begins With Serial Number Range Whirlpool® Under-the-counter plastic tall tub dishwashers DU1, DUL, GU1, GU2, GU6 FR2200000 to FR2499999 Kenmore® Under-the-counter plastic tall tub dishwashers 665.143, 665.160, 665.163, 665.170, 665.173 FR2200000 to FR4599999 Not all dishwashers within the serial number range are included in the recall. Consumers should call Whirlpool to determine if their dishwasher is included in this recall.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Whirlpool-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Dishwashers)
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