The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC), in cooperation with Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Cooperation, has issued a recall for Kenmore Dehumidifiers due to a potential fire and burn hazard. The recall affects an estimated 795,000 units, and the product was sold between 2003 and 2009 at Sears and Kmart stores nationwide for between $140 and $220. The dehumidifier may overheat, smoke, melt, and catch on fire, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Presently, the firm has received 107 reports of incidents, including three reports of smoke inhalation injuries, with more than $7 million in property damage.
This voluntary recall involves 35-, 50-, and 70-pint dehumidifiers with a Kenmore logo on the front top of the unit, and the item was manufactured from 2003 to 2005 by LG Electronics Appliance, Co., Ltd. The CPSC advises consumers to immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers, as well as contact the firm to receive a Sears gift card, which may be used at any Kmart or Sears stores, or online at Sears.com or Kmart.com. Consumers may also request a refund check in lieu of a gift card. For more information, consumers can call the Recall Fulfillment Center at (855) 400-4641.
The recalled units have the following model numbers, which can be found on the right side of the interior of the unit when the bucket has been removed:
- 35-pint (2004) – 580.54351400
- 50-pint (2003) – 580.53509300
- 70-pint (2003) – 580.53701300
- 70-pint (2004) – 580.54701400
- 70-pint (2005) – 580.54701500
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