Curtis International Recalls Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; More Than $700,000 Reported in Property Damage
Recall 25395 · Jul 24, 2025 · Curtis International
634,000
units affected
634,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 25395
- Date
- Jul 24, 2025
- Company
- Curtis International
- Units affected
- 634,000
- Product
- Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, models EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175, limited to the listed serial numbers
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves Curtis International minifridges. "Frigidaire" is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge. The model numbers of the affected units are: EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175. The minifridges were sold in 6- and 9-Can sizes. Recalled minifridges include only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in a variety of colors, including black, blue, green, white, yellow, red, pink and silver. Model Number Serial Number EFMIS129 Between A2001 to A2308 - if model number is "EFMIS129-B" or EFMIS129-C", it is not included in this recall. EFMIS137 Between A2001 to A2312 EFMIS149 Between A2001 to A2308 EFMIS175 Between A2001 to A2310
What can happen
The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to receive a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge. Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write "Recall" using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Curtis International has received at least 26 reports of the minifridges smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating and catching fire, with property damages totaling more than $700,000. Two consumers reported smoke inhalation injuries.
- Sold at
- Walmart and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 through December 2023 for between $36 and $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled frigidaire-brand minifridges, models efmis129, efmis137, efmis149 and efmis175, limited to the listed serial numbers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to receive a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge. Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write "Recall" using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled.
What is the hazard?
The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.