# CPSC, GE Announce Recall of Dishwashers
> **CPSC recall** · 1999-10-18 · 00006 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 00006
- **Date:** 1999-10-18
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

GE and Hotpoint brand dishwashers

## Hazards

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.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2000/CPSC-GE-Announce-Recall-of-Dishwashers)
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