CPSC, GE Announce Recall of Dishwashers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-10-18). Hazards: fire. Models: GSD500D, GSD500G, GSD540, HDA467, HDA477, HDA487. About 3,100,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00006 |
| Published | 1999-10-18 |
| Last updated | 1999-10-18 |
| Product category | Dishwashers |
| Products | GE and Hotpoint brand dishwashers |
| Firm named in the title | GE |
| Firms | General Electric (GE) Appliances, of Louisville, Ky. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 3,100,000 |
| Model numbers | GSD500D, GSD500G, GSD540, HDA467, HDA477, HDA487 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled dishwashers immediately. Keep the dishwasher door unlatched to prevent the flow of electric current from the latch to the slide switch. GE is offering consumers a rebate toward the purchase of a new dishwasher.
Incidents and injuries
GE and CPSC have reports of 50 fires, seven of which spread beyond the dishwashers. In three cases, the structure of the house or apartment was damaged. No injuries have been reported.
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