General Electric Built-in Dishwashers
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 74,300)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
ā ļø Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- GE Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky.
- Reason for Recall:
- These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- These dishwashers have a connector that can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for their dishwashers to be repaired free of charge.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The following models are included in this recall and were sold after January 20, 2004: GE dishwasher models GSD5500G, GSD5560G, GSD5800G, GSD5900G, GSD5960G, EDW3000G, and EDW3060G, with serial numbers with the first letter A through T and the second letter G, or the serial letters VF. The serial number is important, as not all dishwashers with these model numbers are included in this recall. The model and serial number are located inside the door wall of the dishwasher.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 74,300)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 05116
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