General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard

Active Recall Announced February 11, 2008 CPSC #08542

Quick answer

General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard is CPSC recall #08542, announced on February 11, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door. The remedy is consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact ge for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. ge is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.. Affected brand: GE Consumer & Industrial.

Hazard

The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door.

Affected products

GE Gas Clothes Dryers

Recalled brands

GE Consumer & Industrial

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. GE is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.

Recall date

February 11, 2008

Categories

Dryers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08542?

CPSC recall #08542 covers General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 11, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled gas dryers are 42 inches tall (back with backsplash) and 27 inches wide, and were sold in white. GE gas dryers model number DWXR463GGWW with serial numbers starting with AM, TL, SL, VL, and ZL are included in this recall. To find the model and serial numbers, open the dryer door and look in the lower right corner, in the area that was covered by the door.

What is the remedy for recall #08542?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08542 is consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact ge for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. ge is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.. 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 General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard 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/2008/General-Electric-Recalls-Gas-Dryers-Due-to-Shock-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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