CPSC

GE Gas Clothes Dryers Recalled for Shock Hazard

Recalled Gas Dryer
Recalled Gas Dryer
Recalled Gas Dryer Door
Recalled Gas Dryer Door
Recalled Gas Dryer Label
Recalled Gas Dryer Label

Hazard

A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled dryers immediately, unplug the dryer, and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home inspection and repair. GE is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled dryers.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact GE toll-free at (866) 324-3732 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://geappliances.com

Products

GE Gas Clothes Dryers

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Retail stores, and authorized builder distributors nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for about $440.