The dishwashers have a slide switch that allows consumers to choose between heat drying and energy saver functions. Over time, the slide switch can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
00006
Date
1999-10-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
GE and Hotpoint brand dishwashers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
General Electric (GE) Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Description
The GE and Hotpoint dishwashers that are being recalled are model GSD500D, GSD500G, GSD540, HDA467, HDA477 or HDA487 with a serial number that has a second letter of A, M, R, S, T, V or Z (for example, BM12345) and were manufactured between April 1983 and January 1989. The model and serial numbers are located on a rectangular label that is on either the right or left front edge of the inner tub. The GE or Hotpoint brand name is on the front of the dishwasher.