GE Front Load Washer Recall
GE and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of GE Front Load Washers. If you own one of the recalled products you should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for more information.
The reason for the recall is due to fire and shock hazards. There is a problem where a wire can break in the machine and make contact with part of the metal wash tub. This can cause smoke, fire and shock hazards. GE reported that they are aware of seven incidents with the recalled product in which flames escaped the washer and caused minor damage, but no injuries.
Here is a list of the GE Front Load Washing Machines that are involved in the recall:
Model Number Begins With: WBVH5
Serial Number Begins With: AM, AR, AS, AT, DM, DR, DS, FM, FR, FS, GM, GS, HM, HR, HS, LM, LR, LS, MM, MR, MS, RM, RR, RS, SM, SR, SS, TM, TR, TS, VM, VR, VS, ZL, ZM, ZR, ZS
You can find the model and serial numbers on your washing machine, located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame. These GE Front Load Washers were sold in various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 to May 2010.
If you have a recalled washing machine you should unplug it from the wall and contact the company for a free repair. You can contact GE at 800-345-4124 between 8 am and 5 pm ET Monday to Friday, or visit their website. Click here for a link to the site.