GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced September 15, 2016 CPSC #16265

Quick answer

GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #16265, announced on September 15, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included The remedy is consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact ge appliances for a free repair.. Affected brands: GE Appliances, GEA Products, L.P..

Hazard

The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included

Affected products

GE Profile™ top-loading clothes washers

Recalled brands

GE Appliances, GEA Products, L.P.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact GE Appliances for a free repair.

Recall date

September 15, 2016

Categories

Washing Machines

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16265?

CPSC recall #16265 covers GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 15, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves three models of GE Profile high-efficiency top-loading clothes washers. The washers come in gold, gray and white and measure about four cubic feet. "GE Profile" is printed on the front of the washers. The model number is located on the rear cover of the washer's backsplash, above the water valve connections. Recalled washers have the following model and serial number ranges: Brand Model Serial Number GE Profile WPGT9350 WPGT9360 WPGT9150 All serial numbers included

What is the remedy for recall #16265?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16265 is consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled washers and contact ge appliances for a free repair.. 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 GE Appliances Recalls Top-Loading Clothes Washers Due to Fire 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/2016/GE-Appliances-Recalls-Top-Loading-Clothes-Washers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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