Home Depot Recalls Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-17). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: HB-50. About 2,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10082 |
| Published | 2009-12-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Dehumidifiers |
| Products | Hampton Bay Dehumidifiers |
| Firm named in the title | Home Depot |
| Firms | The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,000 |
| Model numbers | HB-50 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | The Home Depot from November 2000 through May 2007 for between $120 and $150. |
Description
The dehumidifiers are beige, have four wheels, and measure 21 inches high, 13 ½ inches wide and 17 ½ inches long. "Hampton Bay" is printed on the front panel. Model HB-50 is being recalled. The model number is printed on the back interior panel.
Hazard
An internal component can fail causing the dehumidifier to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Home Depot to receive a gift card for the full amount of the purchase price.
Incidents and injuries
Home Depot has received 18 reports of the dehumidifiers catching fire. One consumer reported a burn injury to his forearm.
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