Electrolux Group Recalls Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 23244 · Jul 13, 2023 · Electrolux Group
13,600
units affected
13,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 23244
- Date
- Jul 13, 2023
- Company
- Electrolux Group
- Units affected
- 13,600
- Product
- Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves all Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers with model numbers FFLG4033QW and FFLG4033QT. The Laundry Centers were sold in white and titanium colors and have "FRIGIDAIRE" written below the dryer door. The serial number is located on a white sticker inside the dryer door, and the following serial numbers are included in this recall: Model Numbers Serial Numbers FFLG4033QWX 4E44114739 through 4E81603034 FFLG4033QTX 4E44308482 through 4E81603380
What can happen
The felt seal on the dryer drum can be folded inward which can lead to lint accumulation, creating a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the dryer of the recalled Laundry Centers and contact Electrolux Group for a free inspection, repair and lint removal service. Electrolux Group is contacting known purchasers directly. Consumers can continue to use the washer which is unaffected by the issue.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Electrolux Group has received 23 reports of fire and one report of a smoke inhalation injury.
- Sold at
- Lowe's, Home Depot, and other independent appliance stores nationwide from October 2014 through April 2018 for about $1,400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled frigidaire gas laundry centers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the dryer of the recalled Laundry Centers and contact Electrolux Group for a free inspection, repair and lint removal service. Electrolux Group is contacting known purchasers directly. Consumers can continue to use the washer which is unaffected by the issue.
What is the hazard?
The felt seal on the dryer drum can be folded inward which can lead to lint accumulation, creating a fire hazard.
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.