CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units
⚠ 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-2166.
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
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2166.
Consumers should stop using these washer and gas dryer units and unplug them immediately. Do not attempt to shut off the gas supply.
✅ 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 Home Improvement And Department Stores, New Construction Builders And Remodelers Sold These Units Nationwide, From January 2000 Through May 2002, For Between $800 And $960. 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-2166.
Call toll free at (866) 251-1607 anytime to arrange a free in-home service and repair. For more information, consumers can visit Whirlpool's recall website at www.repair.whirlpool.com. Consumers should have the model and serial numbers of their washer and gas dryer units available when they call.
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Home Improvement And Department Stores, New Construction Builders And Remodelers Sold These Units Nationwide, From January 2000 Through May 2002, For Between $800 And $960. Recall FAQ
Home Improvement And Department Stores, New Construction Builders And Remodelers Sold These Units Nationwide, From January 2000 Through May 2002, For Between $800 And $960. is the subject of an appliances recall: CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Washer and Gas Dryer Units. The notice was published on July 2, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 17,000 units are potentially affected.