GE and Hotpoint dishwashers
Published December 14, 2000
Summary
CPSC records recall 01054, published December 14, 2000. Recalling firm: General Electric Appliances Co., of Louisville, Ky.; Reported units: GE manufactured 3.1 million of these dishwashers between 1983 and 1989.
What's the hazard
The dishwashers have a slide switch that can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.
What to do
Both the CPSC and GE strongly urge consumers who have not replaced their recalled units under the original rebate program to contact GE right away to schedule a free rewiring or participate in the original rebate program. Until the dishwasher has been rewired, consumers should keep the dishwasher door unlatched at all times to prevent the flow of electrical current that creates a risk of fire. With the free rewire option, a GE-authorized technician will rewire the slide switch at no cost to consumers. This supplements the original rebate program announced October 19, 1999.
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Recall details
- Brand
- General Electric Appliances Co., of Louisville, Ky.
- Manufacturer
- General Electric Appliances Co., of Louisville, Ky.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was GE and Hotpoint dishwashers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 01054 on December 14, 2000. Reported hazard: The dishwashers have a slide switch that can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Both the CPSC and GE strongly urge consumers who have not replaced their recalled units under the original rebate program to contact GE right away to schedule a free rewiring or participate in the original rebate program. Until the dishwasher has been rewired, consumers should keep the dishwasher door unlatched at all times to prevent the flow of electrical current that creates a risk of fire. With the free rewire option, a GE-authorized technician will rewire the slide switch at no cost to consumers. This supplements the original rebate program announced October 19, 1999.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: General Electric Appliances Co., of Louisville, Ky..