LG Electronics is repeating an earlier recall of Goldstar and Comfort-Aire dehumidifiers. The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
The company said it has received reports of four additional fires, including one that caused significant damage to a home, since its previous recall in December 2009.
This recall involves 30-pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. "Goldstar" or "Comfort-Aire" is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed.
| Brand | Model No. | Serial Number Range | Sold at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldstar | GHD30Y7 | 611TAxx00001~08400 611TAxx08401~40600 612TAxx00001~20400 612TAxx21001~30600 | Home Depot |
| Goldstar | DH305Y7 | 612TAxx00001~00600 701TAxx00001~16800 702TAxx00001~03000 | Walmart |
| Comfort-Aire | BHD-301-C | 611TA000001~001697 612TA000001~004200 701TA000001~000578 710TA000001~000599 | Heat Controller Inc. |
The appliances, made in China, were sold by The Home Depot, Walmart and Heat Controller Inc. nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $140 and $150.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifier, contact LG to determine if it is included in the recall and return it to an authorized LG service center for a free repair.
For additional information, contact LG toll-free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the location of an authorized LG service center for the repair, or visit the firm's website at www.30pintdehumidifierrecall.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
