GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-09-15 · 16265
Hazards
An electrical component in the washers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
16265
Date
2016-09-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washers
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
GE Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.
Retailer(s)
Best Buy, Lowe's, Sears, The Home Depot and other stores nationwide from June 2003 through October 2011 for between $900 and $1,400.
Importer(s)
GEA Products, L.P., of Louisville, Ky.
Country of manufacture
South Korea
Description
The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included