# General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-02-11 · 08542 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08542
- **Date:** 2008-02-11
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

GE Gas Clothes Dryers

## Hazards

A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.

## Manufacturer(s)

GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.

## Retailer(s)

Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.

## Country of manufacture

Canada

## Description

The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/General-Electric-Recalls-Gas-Dryers-Due-to-Shock-Hazard)
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