CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units

Active Recall Announced July 2, 2002 CPSC #02192

Quick answer

CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units is CPSC recall #02192, announced on July 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 24-inch washer and gas dryer units were sold under the Whirlpool®, Kenmore® and General Electric® brand names, which is written on the control panel of the units. They are white or light tan. The model and serial number are located behind the dryer door at the top of the opening. Model and serial numbers of units covered by this recall are as follows: Brand Model Numbers Serial Number Whirlpool Compact Thin Twin LTG5243DZ2 LTG5243DT2 LTG5243DQ2 LTG5243DQ3 LTG5243DT3 Begins with MM, ML or MK Kenmore Laundry Center 110.98752792 110.98752793 Begins with MM, ML or MK General Electric Unitized Spacemaker WSM2480TBAWW WSM2480TCAWW Has Z, A or D as the second character The remedy is consumers should stop using these washer and gas dryer units and unplug them immediately. do not attempt to shut off the gas supply.. Affected brand: Whirlpool Corp..

Hazard

The recalled 24-inch washer and gas dryer units were sold under the Whirlpool®, Kenmore® and General Electric® brand names, which is written on the control panel of the units. They are white or light tan. The model and serial number are located behind the dryer door at the top of the opening. Model and serial numbers of units covered by this recall are as follows: Brand Model Numbers Serial Number Whirlpool Compact Thin Twin LTG5243DZ2 LTG5243DT2 LTG5243DQ2 LTG5243DQ3 LTG5243DT3 Begins with MM, ML or MK Kenmore Laundry Center 110.98752792 110.98752793 Begins with MM, ML or MK General Electric Unitized Spacemaker WSM2480TBAWW WSM2480TCAWW Has Z, A or D as the second character

Affected products

Combination washer and gas dryer units

Recalled brands

Whirlpool Corp.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these washer and gas dryer units and unplug them immediately. Do not attempt to shut off the gas supply.

Recall date

July 2, 2002

Categories

Washing Machines

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02192?

CPSC recall #02192 covers CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled 24-inch washer and gas dryer units were sold under the Whirlpool®, Kenmore® and General Electric® brand names, which is written on the control panel of the units. They are white or light tan. The model and serial number are located behind the dryer door at the top of the opening. Model and serial numbers of units covered by this recall are as follows: Brand Model Numbers Serial Number Whirlpool Compact Thin Twin LTG5243DZ2 LTG5243DT2 LTG5243DQ2 LTG5243DQ3 LTG5243DT3 Begins with MM, ML or MK Kenmore Laundry Center 110.98752792 110.98752793 Begins with MM, ML or MK General Electric Unitized Spacemaker WSM2480TBAWW WSM2480TCAWW Has Z, A or D as the second character

What is the remedy for recall #02192?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02192 is consumers should stop using these washer and gas dryer units and unplug them immediately. do not attempt to shut off the gas supply.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Whirlpool-Announce-Recall-of-Washer-and-Gas-Dryer-Units-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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