[Recalled] GE and Hotpoint dishwashers — The GE and Hotpoint dishwashers involved are models beginning with GSD500D, GSD… | CPSC 2000-12-14
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | GE and Hotpoint dishwashers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | General Electric Appliances Co., of Louisville, Ky. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01054 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 14 December 2000 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The GE and Hotpoint dishwashers involved are models beginning with GSD500D, GSD500G, GSD540, HDA467, HDA477, or HDA487 with a serial number that has a second letter of A, M, R, S, T, V or Z (for example, BM12345). The model and serial numbers are located on a rectangular label that is on either the right or left front edge of the inner tub. The GE or Hotpoint brand name is on the front of the dishwasher. Hazards: The dishwashers have a slide switch that can melt and ignite, presenting a fire hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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