GE Dehumidifier (Midea) - Fire Hazard (2014)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
GE Brand Dehumidifiers
Brand
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
GD Midea Air Conditioning Equipment Ltd., of China is recalling GE Brand Dehumidifiers. The hazard is: A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves 30-pint portable GE brand dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers are white plastic and measure about 19 inches tall, 13 inches wide and 9 inches deep with a front-loading water bucket. "GE" and digital controls are located on top of the dehumidifier. Model, serial and manufacture dates are located on a label on the back of the dehumidifier. The model, serial and manufacture dates included in the recall are: Model Number Serial Number Begins with: Manufacture Date ADKW30LN AT1, DT1, FT1 or GT1 2010/01 through 2010/04 (for January 2010 through April 2010)
Reported concern (CPSC)
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dehumidifiers, unplug them and contact Midea for instructions on returning their recalled dehumidifier for a free repair. Consumers should not return the recalled dehumidifiers to the retailer where purchased.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026