CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2089.
The recalled dehumidifiers were sold under the Whirlpool, Kenmore and ComfortAire brand names. The dehumidifiers are white plastic, about 2 feet high and have a front-mounted water bucket. They have serial numbers that begin with QG, QH, QJ, QK or QL. The serial number can be found on a label located on the wall behind the water bucket. Dehumidifiers with water buckets located in back are not involved in the recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2089.
Consumers should stop using these dehumidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Whirlpool to arrange for a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Department And Appliance Stores Nationwide Sold The Dehumidifiers, From February 1997 Through December 2001, For Between $130 And $260. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2089.
Contact Whirlpool at (866) 640-7139 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.repair.whirlpool.com
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Department And Appliance Stores Nationwide Sold The Dehumidifiers, From February 1997 Through December 2001, For Between $130 And $260. Recall FAQ
Department And Appliance Stores Nationwide Sold The Dehumidifiers, From February 1997 Through December 2001, For Between $130 And $260. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Dehumidifiers. The notice was published on January 31, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1 units are potentially affected.