Cpsc, Ge Announce Recall Of Dishwashers

Recalling firm

General Electric (GE) Appliances, of Louisville, Ky.

Product

GE and Hotpoint brand dishwashers

Reason

The dishwashers have a slide switch that allows consumers to choose between heat drying and energy saver functions. Over time, the slide switch can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.

Classification

Class I

Category

consumer product recall

Country

United States

Agency

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Recall date

1999-10-18

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/723e1899-2710-40b2-9a84-f666f30b2b78