CPSC, LG Electronics Inc. Announce Recall of Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore Dehumidifiers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-04-19). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: DH2510, DH4010, DH5010. About 100,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01130 |
| Published | 2001-04-19 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-25 |
| Product category | Dehumidifiers |
| Products | Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore portable dehumidifiers |
| Firm named in the title | LG Electronics Inc. |
| Firms | LG Electronics Inc., of Seoul, South Korea (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 100,000 |
| Model numbers | DH2510, DH4010, DH5010 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | Mass merchandise and department stores nationwide sold the dehumidifiers, from January 1999 through December 1999, for between $100 and $200. |
Description
The recalled dehumidifiers are white, with a red auto shut off button, and regulators for fan speed and humidity control. The dehumidifiers were manufactured between November 1998 and May 1999, and have the following brand names and model numbers: Goldstar DH2510, DH4010 and DH5010; General Electric AHG25LAG1, AHG40LAG1 and AHG50LAG1; and Sears Kenmore 580.59600890 (60-pint model only). The brand name is located to the left of the control unit. The model number is located behind the condensate bucket, on a sticker on the left hand side.
Hazard
These dehumidifiers have an internal electrical connection that can overheat, presenting a potential fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the dehumidifiers immediately and call LG Electronics for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
LG Electronics has received seven reports of dehumidifiers overheating, including four reports of fire within the units, with smoke damage to surrounding objects. No injuries have been reported.
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