Cove Appliance Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2021-06-16). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: DW2450, DW2450WS. About 42,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21151 |
| Published | 2021-06-16 |
| Last updated | 2021-06-16 |
| Products | Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers |
| Firm named in the title | Cove Appliance |
| Firms | Cove Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 42,000 |
| Model numbers | DW2450, DW2450WS |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Trade facets | appliance |
| Sold | Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500. |
Description
This recall involves Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers model numbers DW2450 and DW2450WS. The recalled dishwashers have serial numbers 20000100 through 20044445. The model number, serial number and date code are printed on the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher. "Cove" is printed on the outside of the door and on the far right side of the control panel, located on the top of the unit's door.
Hazard
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
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