GE Recalls Built-In Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

Plain-English summary

General Electric is recalling approximately 74,300 built-in dishwashers sold nationwide from January 2004 through February 2005. The affected models are GSD5500G, GSD5560G, GSD5800G, GSD5900G, GSD5960G, EDW3000G, and EDW3060G. To determine if a specific unit is affected, consumers must check the serial number located inside the door wall; the recall includes units with serial numbers starting with letters A through T followed by G, or the letters VF. The dishwashers were sold at appliance retail outlets and builder distributors for between $300 and $400.

The recall is being issued because a connector in these dishwashers can short-circuit and overheat during normal use, which poses a fire hazard. GE has received 29 reports of connectors overheating, including one report of a fire that spread outside the dishwasher and caused minor property damage. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact GE to arrange for a free repair. To find out if their specific dishwasher is included in the recall and to schedule a service call, consumers can call GE at (800) 804-9802 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Monday through Saturday.

The recalled product

Product

General Electric Built-in Dishwashers

Manufacturer

GE Consumer and Industrial of Louisville, Ky.

Category

Consumer Product — Appliances

Hazard

• fire
• overheating

Affected units

74,300

Distribution

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