Norcold Refrigerators – Potential Failure (2001)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Combination gas and electric refrigerators
Brand
Norcold Inc., of Sidney, Ohio
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
Norcold Inc., of Sidney, Ohio is recalling Combination gas and electric refrigerators. The hazard is: Tubing in the cooling unit can crack and leak flammable gas, presenting a fire and burn hazard to co. 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
The recalled refrigerators are white, with black trim on the front, and have the Norcold logo on the bottom left corner of the control panel. The refrigerators have cooling unit serial numbers within the range of 1038000 to 1099000, which can be found on the black canister at the bottom right of the back of the refrigerator.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Tubing in the cooling unit can crack and leak flammable gas, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should disconnect the electricity to these refrigerators and call Norcold to schedule a free in-home repair.
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