Frigidaire dehumidifiers

80 reports to CPSC, the latest made Aug 29, 2025. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

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80reports to CPSC
Aug 29, 2025the latest report was made
Sep 12, 2013the earliest
3with the company’s comments

Brand: Frigidaire
Makers: ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED, MIDEA USA, INC. and Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai, and 1 otherMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: DehumidifiersCPSC’s product type: Dehumidifiers (code 306), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Other ways the reports write the brand (10)

“Fridgidaire”, “Frdgidair”, “Fridgedaire”, “Fridgidair”, “Frididaire”, “Fridigaire”, “Frigidair”, “Frigidare”, “Frigidiaire” and “frigedaire”

By month

3 reports from September 2024 to August 2025; the most in August 2025, 1. 77 earlier reports, since September 2013, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
August 2025	1
January 2025	1
November 2024	1
May 2024	3
October 2023	1
March 2023	1
January 2023	1
September 2022	1
March 2022	1
August 2021	1
July 2021	1
January 2021	1
September 2020	2
August 2020	1
May 2020	2
October 2019	1
September 2019	1
July 2019	2
April 2019	1
November 2018	1
October 2018	1
October 2017	1
August 2017	1
July 2017	1
June 2017	1
March 2017	1
February 2017	1
January 2017	2
December 2016	1
November 2016	5
June 2016	1
May 2016	2
January 2016	1
November 2015	2
October 2015	2
September 2015	3
August 2015	1
July 2015	2
March 2015	1
November 2014	1
October 2014	2
September 2014	1
August 2014	1
July 2014	2
June 2014	3
April 2014	1
February 2014	2
January 2014	1
October 2013	3
September 2013	8

How badly anyone was hurt

Hurt, no treatment 2 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
Hurt, care not known 1 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
No one hurt 70 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury
Not said 6 CPSC: Unspecified

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

No one hurt
Made Aug 29, 2025, sent to the company Sep 30, 2025, published by CPSC Nov 26, 2025

The product, in the report: 50 Pint Dehumidifier

The dehumidifier had been in the off position for approximately 1 day. The consumer turned it on and approximately 30 minutes later it caught fire. The fire started near the rear middle part of the dehumidifier, where the motor is.
The consumer heard odd sounds in her basement, and the area was full of smoke. As she got closer to the dehumidifier, she saw an orange glow near it and turned it off. Seconds later, the dehumidifier caught fire, but she immediately threw a “fire” blanket on it. Her mother also threw water on the fire, and they extinguished the flames.
The consumer called the fire department, who came out and examined the home.
There is a lingering burnt/plastic odor in the home.

Model
LAD504DUL
Serial number
KN12304347
Bought
Jul 1, 2019, about then
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20250829-EF401-5523178. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 7, 2025, sent to the company Feb 4, 2025, published by CPSC Feb 19, 2025

The product, in the report: 40 pint dehumidifier

Within the past few weeks, the dehumidifier started failing, blowing out hot air and making a humming sound.
1/2025: The consumer noticed a burning odor from his dehumidifier and discontinued use of it. There were no injuries.
The model number is included in Recall# 17-024, but the serial number was not included.
The consumer called the recall firm (17-024) and their rep. (name unknown) said his model was included, but told the consumer that he would have to contact the manufacturer.
The consumer discontinued his use of the product due to his safety concerns.

Model
FAD704DWD12
Serial number
KN51205367
Where
Bala Cynwd, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20250107-3516F-5094830. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 3, 2024, sent to the company Nov 26, 2024, published by CPSC Dec 11, 2024

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

I found my Frigidaire dehumidifier making a humming noise despite not running. It had a burning wire/plastic smell. It was very hot to the touch! I fear that had I not noticed it when I did a fire could have occurred! Frigidaire customer support was notified and seemingly unconcerned. I asked to be contacted by the representatives next higher level support. Ive not been contacted. M FFAD7000T10 S KN70802176

Model
FFAD7000T10
Serial number
KN70802176
Where
Glastonbury, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20241103-C3502-2147335571. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 17, 2024, sent to the company May 24, 2024, published by CPSC Jun 10, 2024

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, model FFAD7033R1

Frigidaire dehumidifier FFAD7033R1A0 motor began making a loud humming noise as if the motor was stuck. Unit emitted a burning smell. Luckily I heard this happen early in the morning and unplugged it.

Model
FFAD7033R1A0
UPC
7177470160743
Serial number
IN73413727
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Oct 24, 2017
Where
Washington, District of Columbia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20240517-E48FE-2147339170. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 15, 2024, sent to the company May 24, 2024, published by CPSC Jun 10, 2024

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier.

We found our 3-year-old Frigidaire dehumidifier in the basement running very loud in the morning. We had it on overnight as usual. It was hot to touch and had a metallic smell. Humidity indicator showed 30% which was lower than our setting. The bucket was only half full which was less than the usual. Powering off did not shut down the unit. We had to unplug it. There was no injury. Model: FFAD5033W1. Serial No: KN01400407. Manufacture date: 03/2020.

Model
FFAD5033W1
Serial number
KN01400407
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
May 6, 2021
Where
United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20240515-3F2C4-2147339209. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 11, 2024, sent to the company May 24, 2024, published by CPSC Jun 10, 2024

The product, in the report: A frigidaire dehumidifier. 25” tall x 9” deep x 16” wide. It holds 70 pints

I have a frigidaire dehumidifier. It was replaced with another unit because a green liquid was coming out of it. The 2nd unit all of a sudden would not stop running, even when turned off. The only way to get it to stop running was to unplug the unit. It would also start to get very hot to the touch. I was afraid a fire may start so I stopped using it.

Model
FAD704DWD
UPC
12505 27748
Serial number
KN506008980
Bought from
Amazon.com
Bought
Aug 29, 2015
Where
Fallston, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20240511-A9852-2147339263. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 3, 2023, sent to the company Oct 16, 2023, published by CPSC Oct 30, 2023

The product, in the report: 50 pint dehumidifier

Dehumidifier overheated, emitted a burning odor, and would not turn off. Had to be unplugged.

Model
FFAD5033W1
UPC
unknown
Serial number
KN94900450
Bought from
Abt Electronics
Bought
Apr 6, 2021
Where
Morristown, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20231003-709AE-2147344883. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No incident, no one hurt
Made Mar 14, 2023, sent to the company Mar 31, 2023, published by CPSC Apr 14, 2023

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier Model FAD504DWD 18 Serial KN61103236. Two weeks ago, checking my basement I detected a hot smell. It was the dehumidifier runnning and blowing hot air. I tried to shut it off using the controls on the dehumidifier, but it would not shut off. I had to unplug it from the receptacle. It would have kept running and possible caught fire. I have contacted Frigidaire and was simply told it was not under warranty. That is NOT the issue. It is a FIRE hazard!

Model
FAD504DWD 18
UPC
n/a
Serial number
KN61103236
Bought from
WalMart
Bought
Jun 16, 2016, about then
Where
SELINSGROVE, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 68, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20230314-109B4-2147348756. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 29, 2023, sent to the company Feb 9, 2023, published by CPSC Feb 24, 2023

The product, in the report: Fridgedaire dehumidifier Model # FAD7040UD Serial# KN1292070 White unit

Fridgedaire dehumidifier during use got extremely hot like overheating, with burning odor and unit could not be shut off by off button but had to be unplugged.

Model
Model # FAD7040UD
Serial number
#KN1292070
Bought from
eBay
Bought
Dec 8, 2022, about then
Where
Collinsville, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Fridgedaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20230129-51CEB-2147351082. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 7, 2022, sent to the company Sep 12, 2022, published by CPSC Sep 26, 2022

The product, in the report: Fridgidaire 50 Pint Dehumidifier, white color, FAD504DWD19 Problem: Overheating Fridgidaire dehumidifier Problem Description: The air circulation fan intermittently stops running and the compressor continues to run generating very high heat. The unit doesn’t shut off when the “Set-Point” humidity level is met. When switching the unit “OFF” using the top ON/OFF button, the compressor continues to run, while the LED status display is dark, providing the user an erroneous status indication falsely indicating the unit is turned “OFF”. In this condition, the compressor continues to generate very high heat while the unit is OFF. An electrical burning smell was emanating from the unit. Use: The dehumidifier is used in a conditioned basement space. Solution was to unplug the unit before it starts a fire. No injuries or damage, however, unattended this unit has potential to start a fire.

Problem: Overheating Fridgidaire dehumidifier
Problem Description: The air circulation fan intermittently stops running and the compressor continues to run generating very high heat. The unit doesn’t shut off when the “Set-Point” humidity level is met. When switching the unit “OFF” using the top ON/OFF button, the compressor continues to run, while the LED status display is dark, providing the user an erroneous status indication falsely indicating the unit is turned “OFF”. In this condition, the compressor continues to generate very high heat while the unit is OFF. An electrical burning smell was emanating from the unit.
Use: The dehumidifier is used in a conditioned basement space.
Solution was to unplug the unit before it starts a fire.
No injuries or damage, however, unattended this unit has potential to start a fire.
Model: FAD504DWD Service Model Number: FAD504DWD19 Serial Number: KN52004495 Approx Date of Purchase: 2015

Model
FAD504DWD19
Serial number
KN52004495
Bought from
Lowes ( I no longer have purchase info)
Bought
Jun 1, 2015, about then
Where
Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 66, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Fridgidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20220907-4FF21-2147353991. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 21, 2022, sent to the company May 4, 2022, published by CPSC May 18, 2022

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

3/20/2022: The dehumidifier was in use (length of time unknown), when the consumer noticed the unit was on fire internally and emitting smoke. She consumer quickly unplugged it and took it outside. Once outside, the flames died out on their own.
There is no visible exterior damage to the outside of the dehumidifier itself and there was no property damage to the consumer’s home.
The consumer did not use the water bucket for the dehumidifier. It had tubing, which allowed water to go from the dehumidifier to a pipe in her basement. So that is where the water from the dehumidifier drained directly into.
The dehumidifier model matched one of the recalled numbers (CPSC Release #[REDACTED]), but the serial number did not appear to be included. Model # LAD504TDL Serial #KN01801706
The consumer said she contacted a company and they asked for pictures, but she hadn’t submitted them at the time she filed a report with CPSC. The dehumidifier caught on fire 18MAR22. Calls were made regarding the incident 19MAR22.

Model
LAD 504TDL
Serial number
KN01801706
Bought
Mar 1, 2016, about then
Where
Columbus, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20220321-68E49-3637579. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 11, 2021, sent to the company Aug 13, 2021, published by CPSC Aug 27, 2021

The product, in the report: Frigidaire FAD504DWD dehumidifier Model FAD504DWD

I have a Frigidaire FAD504DWD dehumidifier. The model was included in the 2016 recall, but my serial number - KN40302831 - was not included according the https://www.recallrtr.com/dehumidifier website. However, within the last 4 weeks it has started smoking. The compressor sounds like it is on but the fan is not running. The unit gets very hot and then produces a plastic burning smell followed by smoking. It exhibits this behavior even when plugged in but turned off. Unplugging the unit is the only thing that stops the issue. My unit is currently unplugged, but I believe it should be included in the recall.

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN40302831
Where
Columbus, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210811-F6BAD-2147361176. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 15, 2021, sent to the company Jul 26, 2021, published by CPSC Aug 9, 2021

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Home Dehumidifier - 70 pint capacity Model FDF70S1

The dehumidifier did not shut off when full and continued to run. The water did not overflow but the unit became very hot and smelled as if it was burning.

Model
FDF70S1
Serial number
KN9072155
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jun 24, 2009
Where
Lake Forest, United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210715-9C866-2147362859. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 17, 2021, sent to the company Feb 10, 2021, published by CPSC Feb 25, 2021

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier Dehumdifier, checked this for recalls, but could not find this model number or serial number on the recall list. Maybe this is the same issue as the others and should be added to the list. Model FAD704DWD

Dehumidifier kept running even when power button was shut off. Fan was not on. Machine started to get very hot, so I un plugged it. Appears the compressor turned on and was running even though the rest of the machine was turned off. The machine runs when ever it is plugged in to the power, even though the power button is switch off.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN51707815
Where
San Jose, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210117-3452B-2147366461. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 14, 2020, sent to the company Nov 20, 2020, published by CPSC Dec 7, 2020

The product, in the report: 50 pint dehumidifier

Spring 2020: The consumer used the dehumidifier and found that the compressor did not turn off. He immediately turned it off. He is an appliance repair technician and noticed a spark when he turned it off and said the spark was a result of the load. The compressor will not shut off. He put it away and didn’t pull it out again until recently.
9/2020: The consumer used the dehumidifier and turned it off, but the same problem occurred. he remembered the issue from the spring and discontinued use of it.
He searched the Internet and found Recall# [REDACTED]. He entered his dehumidiifer’s information into their site, but his unit was not included. He then tried to call the firm, but their automated system was not working properly.
He is concerned that his unit could present a fire hazard.
No injury or property damage.

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN43202918
Where
Atlanta, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200914-F4D4D-2015404. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 6, 2020, sent to the company Oct 14, 2020, published by CPSC Nov 10, 2020

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier FAD704DWD

Dehumidifier fan stops. Dehumidifier gets very hot. Compressor still running. If I turn it OFF on the panel, the compressor stays running. Smells very hot. If I unplug the unit, everything stops.
Date on this is Jan 2014. Other models of this have been recalled for this problem, but not this model/serial number.

Model
FAD704DWD
UPC
012505277481
Serial number
KN40107346
Bought from
Charlotte Appliance
Bought
Jul 23, 2014
Where
Rochester, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 76, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200906-B790E-2147369988. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 10, 2020, sent to the company Sep 1, 2020, published by CPSC Sep 16, 2020

The product, in the report: Electrolux Model: FFAD7000T1 Service Model No: FFAD7000T10 Serial No: KN71900590

started dehumidifier. Plug sparked, smoked, turned prong black.

Model
FFAD7000T1
Serial number
KN71900590
Bought
Aug 16, 2017, about then
Where
Brighton, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200810-6456A-2147370556. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 26, 2020, sent to the company Jun 30, 2020, published by CPSC Jul 15, 2020

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 70 pint dehumidifier

My Frigidaire dehumidifier (model FDM70S1, SN KN90822777) became extremely hot (the cabinet was too hot to touch with pulling hand back).I turned the unit off to let it cool down and defrost (although it didn’t appear to need defrosting). I turned the unit on a day later and it quickly became dangerously hot again. I was aware that many dehumidifiers manufactured by [REDACTED] were under recall, although not this particular model. I contacted the recall hotline to let them know that this unit was exhibiting the same dangerous behavior and that they should investigate adding it to the recall list. To this date, I have not heard back from them and they still do not list this model as one affected by the recall, although it seemed to operate in the same hazardous state posing a real fire risk.

Model
FDM70S1
Serial number
KN90822777
Bought from
Emart Bargains, Mississippi
Bought
Oct 13, 2010
Where
La Crosse, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200526-97143-2147372102. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 8, 2020, sent to the company May 21, 2020, published by CPSC Jun 5, 2020

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 50 pint dehumidifier Model FAD504DWD

I use the dehumidifier in my finished basement and I am down there quite often. Twice in the last month I have noticed a loud and low-pitch buzzing noise coming from the unit. It sounded like the compressor was still running but the fan was off. Very hot air was coming from the top of the unit and it smelled like a burning electric motor. I shut the unit off and waited until the next day. I decided to try it again but would only have it running when I was in the basement. Several days went by with no incident, but then it happened again. Same behavior, but the air wasn’t quite as hot this time, so I must have caught it fairly early. I looked up the model and serial number on the recall website, but it said mine was not affected. However, after reading others’ accounts of these dehumidifiers I believe that the recall should be expanded. I do not trust my dehumidifier and I will never buy another one from Frigidaire or its parent company again.

Model
FAD504DWD
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Oct 13, 2014
Where
Illinois: Unspecified
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200508-7D89C-2147372458. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 18, 2019, sent to the company Dec 11, 2019, published by CPSC Dec 27, 2019

The product, in the report: 70 pint dehumidifier

6/19/2017: The consumer participated in CPSC Recall #17-024,. The consumer cut the power cord and discarded the dehumidifier, as instructed by the firm.
8/2017 or 9/2017: The manufacturer provided this one as a replacement for the one that was recalled.
Mid-Summer 2019, the consumer noticed that the dehumidifier was hotter than usual during use. He turned it off for a few days. When he tried the dehumidifier again, it seemed to work fine.
8/2019: The dehumidifier was extremely hot to the touch during use. It also blew hot air out was excessively noisy. The consumer turned the dehumidifier off and later turned it back on. It worked okay, but the problem has been present on an intermittent basis.
9/2019: When dehumidifier was turned to the off position, it remained on. This is also an intermittent problem.
10/18/2019: The consumer called the brand name company to report the problem, but he was referred to the mfr. and advised to unplug the product and discontinue use of it.
10/18/2019: The consumer called manufacturer and reported the problem to their rep. The consumer was advised to the turn the product off and discontinue use of it. He was told that the product is not recalled and out of warranty. Nothing else transpired.
The consumer said that the dehumidifier is extremely well kept.

Model
FFAD7000T10
Serial number
KN71900132
Bought from
Midea
Bought
Aug 31, 2017, about then
Where
St. Charles, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by Midea America Corporation
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20191018-E5AFF-1912553. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 12, 2019, sent to the company Nov 1, 2019, published by CPSC Nov 18, 2019

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

(09/12/2019) The red light was on indicated that the buck was full. The compressor was still running but the fan was not. The consumer stated that the dehumidifier was very warm. The consumer pushed the on/off button on the product but it would not go off until it was unplugged.
The consumer stated that the same thing happened about a year ago.
The consumer called the service number provided on the label on the product (1-800-944-9044)and was advised that the product was not under a recall.

Model
FAD504DWD
Bought from
Best Buy, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jun 6, 2014
Where
West Chester, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190912-D3EF2-1902437. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 29, 2019, sent to the company Aug 9, 2019, published by CPSC Aug 23, 2019

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier 70pt

Dehumidifier gets hot, blows circuit breaker

Model
FDL70S1
Serial number
IN83500229
Bought from
?, New Hampshire
Bought
Jul 1, 2009, about then
Where
Winchester, New Hampshire: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/21/2019) Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai: Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai (“Gree”) takes all reports of dehumidifier incidents very seriously and encourages all consumers to comply with the terms of the recall notice available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Gree-Recalls-12-Brands-of-Dehumidifiers/. Gree will continue to investigate all reported issues concerning dehumidifiers manufactured by Gree.

CPSC report 20190729-EDB6A-2147379594. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 25, 2019, sent to the company Aug 9, 2019, published by CPSC Aug 23, 2019

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

We are a municipal fire department. We encountered a structure fire (private home) this past month that our fire investigators have determined was caused by a defective dehumidifier. The unit became completely involved in fire and spread to other items in the structure. The unit in question was a Frigidaire. model # LAD504TDL. Ser. # KN95304808.

Model
LAD504TDL
Serial number
KN95304808
Where
Tonawanda, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190725-91D88-2147379684. Submitter: Local Government Agency Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 16, 2019, sent to the company Apr 24, 2019, published by CPSC May 8, 2019

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier fails to turn off at selected humidity level. The compressor continues to run even when the off button on the unit is pushed. The unit must be unplugged to prevent overheating.

Unit fails to turn off when the desired humidity level selected on the unit is reached. It will run until the unit is unplugged. Even turning off the unit does not stop the compressor from running.

Model
FFAD 700T10
Serial number
KN72100119
Bought from
replaced recalled
Bought
May 16, 2017
Where
Independence, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidare, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190416-BF9F7-2147381543. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 12, 2018, sent to the company Dec 11, 2018, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2019

The product, in the report: Dehunidifier

While preparing to put the dehumidifier back into use I noticed a discolored place on the inside of the back plastic panel. the place turns out to be where the plastic has been burned and has melted.

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN70304782
Where
Dunlap, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20181112-4B74D-2147384502. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 15, 2018, sent to the company Dec 6, 2018, published by CPSC Dec 20, 2018

The product, in the report: 70 pint dehumidifier

This 68 year old consumer contacted the CPSC Hotline to report that the dehumidifier he purchased online June 10, 2016 had overheated and repeats the overheating very quickly. He is reporting this unit as a severe fire hazard and is asking that it become one of the recalled units. Around October 9th, 2018 the caller and his family went out for about three or four hours but when they returned to their home there was a burning odor throughout it. The caller went to the basement because it seemed to be coming from there to discover that it was his 70 pint dehumidifier that was overheating and was exceedingly hot. He immediately unplugged it and allowed it to cool off. The filter was clean due to having been changed recently and all else was up to care specifications. He waited for several days then plugged the dehumidifier back in and remained with it, however after only one half hour the fan stopped and the dehumidifier began instantly heating to a high heat. He repeated this a couple of days later and it repeated that same process and is not being used at all. There are no injuries being reported. The caller does still have the product. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and the distributor October 15th, 2018 and he was advised that he was outside of the warranty process and there was no assistance.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN55115897
Bought from
Amazon.com
Bought
Jun 10, 2016
Where
Cranford, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20181015-90839-1803076. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 8, 2017, sent to the company Feb 27, 2018, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2018

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier

I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier running in my basement. I went down on Saturday, October 7, 2017 and smelled a burning odor. I noticed it was coming from the dehumidifier. The unit would not shut off and the there was a strong burning smell coming from it. I tried turning it off but it would not turn off so I unplugged it. Upon researching for a new one I see the unit is being recalled. Very disappointed in the offer of an inferior replacement or a refund at 1/2 what I paid. Who agreed to this settlement and what are my options? This unit could have burnt my house down and now I get half my money or more junk from this company. It is on a continuous drain so we rarely check on it (sometimes we are not in this room for weeks!!!) How do I know I can trust the replacement?
Model LAD704TDL

Model
LAD704TDL
Serial number
KN03503155
Bought from
LOWES, Pennsylvania
Bought
Feb 1, 2011, about then
Where
Waynesboro, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by MIDEA USA, INC.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20171008-CB29E-2147396911. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 24, 2017, sent to the company Jan 29, 2018, published by CPSC Feb 12, 2018

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier. White in color

I have Frigidaire FAD704DWD12 dehumidifier sn KN51702499. The fan will quite running while the compressor keeps on running. When this happens the unit gets very hot, if I shut it off and turn it back on extremely hot air will come out of the unit. I had to quite using it for fear of it starting on fire.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN51702499
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Jun 22, 2015
Where
WAtertown, South Dakota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170824-BE1EA-2147397896. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 29, 2017, sent to the company Nov 3, 2017, published by CPSC Nov 20, 2017

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier 50 pint

Purchased the Frigidaire dehumidifier FAD504DWD in July 2014 through Staples. Product will not turn off, compressor continues to run and has to be unplugged. Thank goodness I went into the basement to check on it because it was extremely hot. I tried to turn it off and nothing happened. I have it plugged into a surge protector so I quickly disconnected it before it caught on fire. The heat it was producing was so bad it steamed up my glasses as I got near it. I googled my problem and found the recall website. Mine was not on the list since it was made 2 months later than the recall cutoff date (Feb. 2014). These units are a fire hazard! Thank goodness I caught it before it burned my house down!

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN40804186
Bought from
Staples
Bought
Jul 30, 2014
Where
United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170729-12E68-2147398600. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 27, 2017, sent to the company Sep 29, 2017, published by CPSC Oct 16, 2017

The product, in the report: Additional dehumidifiers need to be recalled! Frigidaire Model: FAD704DWD12, Serial Number: KN53402646 White

Additional dehumidifiers need to be recalled! Frigidaire Model: FAD704DWD12, Serial Number: KN53402646 Noticed it was running kind of hot and wasn’t pulling moisture out of the air. Turned the power off but did not unplug. 3 days later noticed it was still running! Couldn’t even touch the back or top it was so hot and starting to smell like burning plastic. Unplugged it. Your investigation should be reopened on these products. It’s the same model number of the recalls but the recall website this serial number is not part of the recall. Laughable! If I had not gone down stairs that day there would have been a fire! Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Model
FAD704DWD12
Serial number
KN53402646
Bought from
Amazon.com
Bought
Nov 10, 2015
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170627-AC20C-2147399387. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 13, 2017, sent to the company Apr 17, 2017, published by CPSC May 1, 2017

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidefier

Use this dehumidifier in the basement . It is still running but doesn’t dehumidify the room and no water was collected. The unit gets very hot and we have to unplugged it.

Model
FAD504DWD
UPC
SA11089
Serial number
KN32802911
Bought from
Newegg
Bought
Mar 5, 2014
Where
Fonda, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170313-D1762-2147405249. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 9, 2017, sent to the company Mar 13, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 27, 2017

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier

(1) Motor runs when in OFF position. Gets hot, smells like something burning (2) When in ON position, Fan, humidity control won’t work. Stay ON. Smells like burning electronics. FIRE HAZARD

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN45212947
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jun 1, 2015, about then
Where
SMITHVILLE, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170209-9197D-1631550. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 27, 2017, sent to the company Feb 27, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2017

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehimidifier

Smelled Smoke/burning odor. Immediately was able to determine it was coming from our fairly new dehumidifier. After unplugging appliance, noticed plug was burned. I did take photos Frigidaire FAD504DWD19, serial # KN61404276

Model
FAD504DWD19
Serial number
KN61404276
Bought from
Lowe’s
Bought
Sep 22, 2016
Where
Berlin, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170126-DA8C7-2147407641. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 22, 2017, sent to the company Feb 23, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 9, 2017

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 70 pint dehumidifier

Product was producing a burning plastic smell and was very hot. The unit would not shut off and had to be unplugged.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN42201547
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Mar 3, 2015, about then
Where
United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170122-731B8-2147407798. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 1, 2016, sent to the company Dec 9, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 23, 2016

The product, in the report: 70 pint Dehumidifier

11/28/2016
We purchased a Frigidaire dehumidifier in Sept. of 2014. Yesterday morning I noticed it sounded different, went to check on it and it was very hot. Wouldn’t shut off, had to unplug the unit. Glad we were home and caught it before it got any worse. Today I went online to see about replacing it and found there has been a recall on these. However our serial number is not in the recall list. Decided we should report this unit as unsafe, too. It could include our model, too, as they are just now recalling the older models, these may not be any safer. Would be great to get a refund or replacement, but doubtful of that happening.
Serial # KN42405615 Mode # FAD704DWD Date of manufacture 06-14
Sincerely, [REDACTED]

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN42405615
Bought from
Sylvane
Bought
Sep 5, 2014
Where
Pleasant Hill, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 61, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by MIDEA USA, INC.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161128-72684-2147410327. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 30, 2016, sent to the company Dec 8, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 22, 2016

The product, in the report: Fridgidaire FDL50S1 50 pint dehumidifier

For the past several years I have operated a Fridgidair model FDL50S1 dehumidifier in my basement.The dehumidifier was set to maintain 50% humidity and was hose drained to the basement sump. The manufacture date is listed as 03/09 which falls outside of the current recall on this particular model by Gree.
I arrived home for lunch to a strong burning odor and found my dehumidifier smoking slightly, but still running, in my basement. I immediately unplugged the unit and let it cool for 30 minutes.The dehumidifier was hot to the touch.I disassembled the unit the make sure nothing was smoldering before returning to work.The compressor was still too hot to touch,the plastic casing near the compressor was discolored, and the insulation on the wiring to the thermocouple (part of the thermal protection circuit) on the compressor was burnt.Oil was found in the plastic tray underneath the coils. Luckily I caught it in time and no injuries were sustained.
I called the Gree recall hotline at 1-886-853-2802 and provided my name,address,phone number,product model number,manufacture date,and serial number. I was told that it was not covered by the recall and that there was nothing they could do.

Model
FDL50S1
UPC
I don’t know
Serial number
KN91216353
Bought from
Home Depot
Bought
Apr 18, 2012, about then
Where
Lansing, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 29, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Fridgidair, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161130-FCAE8-2147410244. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 14, 2016, sent to the company Dec 13, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 28, 2016

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

(11/12/2016) The consumer stated that the unit did not sound like it was on full power. The consumer turned the unit off to sit for a while. When she turned it off, the unit started running again on its on. There were no lights on the display.The unit was plugged in, but was turned off. The consumer could smell a faint smoky smell. The unit was unplugged again.
The consumer took the unit outside.
(11/14/2016) The consumer saw that the unit had been recalled. She called Midea but was advised that her unit was not included in the recall.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN51513682
Bought from
Lowes, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jun 6, 2015, about then
Where
Carmichaels, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by MIDEA USA, INC.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161114-3030B-1607874. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 7, 2016, sent to the company Nov 17, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 2, 2016

The product, in the report: Frigidiaire Dehumidifier (70 pt) model #FAD704DWD.

Our Frigidaire dehumidifier (model #FAD704DWD, serial #KN60501903) purchased on Amazon in July of 2016 was placed in our basement approximately 10 feet from our smoke alarm. The unit has caused the smoke alarm to sound off due to either heat or smoke approximately 12 times since the purchase date. We tend to let the unit cool down before use, but given the recent recall involving similar units, we have stopped using it and are inquiring with the company for a replacement.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN60501903
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jul 11, 2016
Where
Fairfax, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidiaire, made or sold by MIDEA USA, INC.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161107-1EE1E-2147411063. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Nov 6, 2016, sent to the company Nov 18, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 5, 2016

The product, in the report: frigedaire dehumidifier 70pint FFAD7033RI

I purchased a frigedaire dehumidifier through amazon in august...... my home burned to the ground on the night of October15-16....cause determined to be the dehumidifier

Model
FFAD7033RI
Bought from
amazon
Bought
Aug 10, 2016
Where
Bolivar, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 62, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand frigedaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20161106-24E14-2147411126. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 4, 2016, sent to the company Dec 7, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 21, 2016

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

(11/2/16) The consumer was using the unit for approximately 2 hours when he noticed that the unit was making a buzzing sound and smelled a burning plastic odor. The consumer also noticed that the unit was hot to the touch and the condenser was running but the fan was not turning.
The consumer indicated that he has had multiple similar incidents since June and after the first incident he only leaves the dehumidifier on for a few hours. The consumer heard about recall # 17-024 and he checked that his model is on the list, however, his serial is not included.
(11/4/16) The consumer called Midea (800-600-3055) to advise them about the safety hazard with his unit and inquire about assistance. The consumer was advised that his unit was not affected by the recall and he was advised to contact Frigidaire.
The consumer then contacted Frigidaire and they advised him to contact Midea.
The consumer believes his serial # should be included in recall # 17-024.

Model
FAD704DWD
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
KN42811101
Bought from
www.staples.com
Bought
Oct 1, 2014, about then
Where
Emerson, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by MIDEA USA, INC.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161104-929C0-1605558. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 13, 2016, sent to the company Jun 21, 2016, published by CPSC Jul 6, 2016

The product, in the report: Frigidaire FAD504DWD 50-pint dehumidifier

I purchased a Frigidaire FAD504DWD 50-pint dehumidifier on Sept 1, 2014 through Amazon. I maintained the unit as suggested in the use and care manual (i.e., cleaning filter, dusting the cabinet, and clean the water bucket). On June 4, when cleaning the filter, I noticed a mildew smell emanating from the appliance. I disassembled the appliance and found that the front coil was covered in 1/8 inch layer of mold and sludge. As I started to clean the unit, I realized that there was also debris etc between the two coils and that there is no way to disassemble the coils from the appliance to clean/disinfect.
My husband called Frigidaire (June 4, 7:15 pm) and was told that the appliance was still functional/not broken, so they could not issue a replacement under the 5 year limited warranty. On June 5, I emailed product support reporting what I had found and stating that I was shocked that Frigidaire considers this product functional in this state, rather than a product/health liability. On June 6, I received a response that “When the filter and coils of the dehumidifier are choked with dirt, it may not pull out moisture from the air properly. The efficiency of the dehumidifier gets decreased and the only solution is, to clean it thoroughly. In order to assist you with the cleaning procedure of a dehumidifier, following are a few tips...” One of these cleaning tips suggested that I “Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the evaporative coil/hot coil. Scrub off the dirt using a brush but make sure that you don’t bend the fins while cleaning. Clean the condenser or the cold coil the same way.” Given I didn’t think the appliance could be dissembled allowing access to both coils, I requested detailed information on how to do this on June 6th. On June 8th, I received a response stating: “Do not try to remove the coils of the dehumidifier as this will ruin the appliance. You may use a vacuum cleaner to clean the evaporative coil/hot coil and condenser coil...” On June 8th, I responded and specifically asked for a refund given there is no way to adequately clean the unit without removal of the coils and removal of the coils would ruin the machine. In response, again on June 8th, I was told “I was happy to review your case with my supervisor. Regretfully, mold is not covered by your Manufacturer’s Warranty, so Frigidaire will not be able to provide you with a replacement dehumidifier.” I disagree. Given the current state of the appliance, it is not capable of performing its intended function without serious health ramifications. I contend that this is a direct result of the “defective materials or workmanship” (i.e., poor design) of the product.
Additionally, when purchasing this appliance, the website claimed (as does Frigidaire’s current website) that this appliance “protects your home from mold and mildew caused by excess moisture” and “helps eliminate bacteria in the air that can make breathing difficult.” Instead, this appliance became a major source of mold and mildew within my home. Further, I suspect that it was emanating bacteria into the air for months without suspicion as a direct result of these advertising claims. Given the design of this appliance is prohibits repair (i.e., cleaning), it is not feasible for the unit to function according to these claims, yet Frigidaire considers the unit to be functional in its present state.
I am currently working through the BBB to ideally obtain a refund/resolve my complaint, but think it is important that more people are warned so not adversely affected by this product.

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN42709090
Bought from
amazon
Bought
Sep 1, 2014
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160613-15AE1-2147417836. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 23, 2016, sent to the company Jun 1, 2016, published by CPSC Jun 22, 2016

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 50 pint dehumidifier P/N 2020264A0160

We had a house fire May 21, 2016. Woke up to smoke at 4:45 AM and called 911, Fire Department came and put fire out. Fire Marshall determined cause of fire was Frigidaire Dehumidifier. The unit is so destroyed that I cannot pull the model number off of it, but we have the owners manual and the original receipt. The unit was purchased at Lowe’s on Oct 7, 2009 as “50 PINT FRIG ESTAR DEHUM” with Lowe’s stock number 288372. The owners manual does not show model number but shows P/N 2020264A0160. State Farm is our insurance company and the damages are being assessed. Major smoke and soot damage. Have already received an estimate from an electrician to repair, replace affected house wiring. Air Conditioning people to make estimation for damage to Daikon unit. ServPro still working on restoring/cleaning house to normal.

Model
P/N 2020264A0160 (Unit too destroyed in fire to get model #)
Serial number
Unit destroyed
Bought from
Lowe’s, Maryland
Bought
Oct 7, 2009
Where
Leonardtown, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 58, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/3/2016) Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai: Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai (“Gree”) takes all reports of dehumidifier incidents very seriously and encourages all consumers to comply with the terms of the recall notice available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Gree-Recalls-12-Brands-of-Dehumidifiers/. Based on the information provided by the consumer, Gree is unable to determine whether the subject dehumidifier is manufactured by Gree. Gree encourages the consumer to provide Gree with additional information, such as a copy of the owner’s manual, so that Gree can further investigate this incident.

CPSC report 20160523-1A11D-2147419365. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 6, 2016, sent to the company May 16, 2016, published by CPSC May 31, 2016

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier model FDL50S1

The dehumidifier was operating normally in our basement but began to emit an odor normally associated with an electrical fire. We unplugged the unit immediately and placed it outside in our driveway.
Unit sold under Frigidaire name. Unit purchased from Lowes. Purchase date June 17, 2009 Model number FDL50S1 Serial number KN91513124 Production date code: 04/09
This exact same model unit with manufacturing dates codes between 01/07 and 09/08 was the subject of a recall for this exact electrical problem, and for actually initiating a fire.

Model
FDL50S1
Serial number
KN91513124
Bought from
Lowes, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jun 17, 2009
Where
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidair, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160506-1880B-2147419721. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 4, 2016, sent to the company Jan 14, 2016, published by CPSC Feb 2, 2016

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier White 70 pint unit

Frigidaire Dehumidifier FDL70S1 Date Code: 04/09
Unit purchased about 3 years ago. Using in relatively dry crawl space. Not heavy use.
Unit worked fine for 2.5- 3 years. Then started overheating and tripping circuit after 20 minutes of use. Unit is very hot. Risk of fire. Similar to other models that have been recalled. This unit just misses the dates for recalled units.

Model
FDL70S1
Serial number
KN91427512
Bought from
Lowe’s, Maryland
Bought
Jan 1, 2013
Where
Towson, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 42, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160104-4C0FE-2147425119. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Nov 14, 2015, sent to the company Nov 23, 2015, published by CPSC Dec 8, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifer

I have a Frigidaire Dehumidifier that started making a weird clicking noise and then started smoking. We realized that the clicking noise turned out to be sparks as a fire was starting in the unit. I’m just happy that we happened to be home at the time, so that our house didn’t burn down. Thankfully nobody was hurt in this incident!! After we smelled the smoke we unplugged the unit and haven’t used it again. I then looked up information on this dehumidifier to see if this was normal and saw that it was part of a recall.

Model
FDF50S1
Serial number
IN81197990
Bought from
Walmart
Where
Gaithersburg, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20151114-BD605-2147426694. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 5, 2015, sent to the company Nov 16, 2015, published by CPSC Dec 1, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire model FAD704TDP Serial Number = KN00330110 Manufacturer date 1/2010 70 pint unit

My five year old dehumidifier started on fire. It did not cause home damage because I was able to stop it with a fire extinguisher right away but there was about 6-8in Flames coming out the back of the unit. It was well maintained, the filter was clean, it was not full of water, and had plenty of air flow around the unit.

Model
FAD704TDP
Serial number
KN00330110
Bought from
Walmart
Where
Brookings, South Dakota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20151105-70DC4-2147426959. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 23, 2015, sent to the company Nov 9, 2015, published by CPSC Nov 24, 2015

The product, in the report: FIGIDAIRE DEHUMIDIFIER

I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier model #FDL50S1 serial #KN90602955 with date code Feb 2009 manufactured by Gree. There was a recall in 2013 for their dehumidifiers overheating and catching fire. I called Gree on 9/12/13 and they said my dehumidifier was not part of the recall. They gave me a reference #[REDACTED]. Last week I went down to my basement and smelled something burning. It was the dehumidifier and it was smoking. When I tried to turn it off by the button on the unit it would not turn off. I had to pull the plug out of the outlet to turn it off. I called Gree today and told them what happened and she said the year 2009 dehumidifiers are not part of the recall, the recall only goes up to the year 2008. I told her the same thing is happening with my dehumidifier as the ones already recalled, and she said she would have to send something to their other department and for me to call back in four weeks! I think they need to put another recall out for year 2009 also!

Model
FDL50S1
Serial number
KN90602955
Bought from
LOWES, New York
Bought
Aug 31, 2009
Where
NORTH BABYLON, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand FRIGIDAIRE, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20151023-9B533-2147427298. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 20, 2015, sent to the company Oct 28, 2015, published by CPSC Nov 12, 2015

The product, in the report: Electrolux Major Appliances, NA Augusta, GA Model: FDF50S1 115VAC 60Hz 1ph 50 pints/day EEV 1.6 Amps 6.5 Watts 615 Design pressure: 200 low, 400 high R22: 5.82 oz Serial number: KN91221701 Date: 03/09 For service call Frigidaire 1-800-444-4944 Made in China

Our Frigidaire 50-pint dehumidifier emitted a strong burning smell while operating in our basement. The plastic case was quite warm to the touch, apparently from a stalled compressor. The unit is powered by a 15 Amp breaker that did not trip and the dehumidifier fan continued to run. The unit should have shut down completely when the compressor failed. The basement was filled with an intense burning smell, although no smoke was visible.
Label information:
Electrolux Major Appliances, NA Augusta, GA Model: FDF50S1 115VAC 60Hz 1ph 50 pints/day EEV 1.6 Amps 6.5 Watts 615
Design pressure: 200 low, 400 high R22: 5.82 oz
Serial number: KN91221701 Date: 03/09 For service call Fridgidaire 1-800-444-4944 Made in China

Model
Model: FDF50S1
Serial number
KN91221701
Where
Silver Spring, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20151020-F54A5-2147427357. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 22, 2015, sent to the company Dec 2, 2015, published by CPSC Dec 16, 2015

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier, 70 pint

The consumer stated that when he went downstairs to the basement, he heard a loud humming sound coming from the dehumidifier. The consumer went over to the unit, and noticed that the fan was not running. The consumer hit the off button on the panel. The unit continued to run and make the humming sound. The consumer touched the top of the unit and it was extremely hot to the touch. The consumer unplugged the unit.
The consumer noticed electrical burning odor.
The consumer contacted Firgidaire on 9/22/15 to inform them of the incident. They informed him that the unit is not included in any recalls. They did not provide him any further assistance.
The consumer had checked for a recall on his unit in 2014 and the unit was not included in any recalls. The consumer was informed that his unit was okay to use because it was not recalled. After this incident, the consumer does not feel comfortable using any of his frigidaire dehumidifiers even if they are not recalled.

Model
FAD704PDT
Serial number
KN00323726
Bought from
Unknown, Connecticut
Bought
Jul 1, 2010, about then
Where
Finsbury, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150922-C68FF-1518381. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 21, 2015, sent to the company Oct 7, 2015, published by CPSC Oct 22, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier Model FDF50S1 Date: 07/09 Serial No. KN92701092

The unit was being used in our basement when I noticed a burning smell. I investigated the small and found that the smoke was pouring out of the dehumidifer. Luckily I was able to unplug the unit and take it our of the house (where it currently sits).

Model
FDF50S1
Serial number
KN92701092
Bought from
Sears
Bought
Aug 1, 2009, about then
Where
Merion Station, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150921-78C88-2147428186. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 14, 2015, sent to the company Sep 24, 2015, published by CPSC Oct 8, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 70 Pint White Dehumidifier, Model FAD704DWD, Serial Number KN50700665, manufactured in China and sold by Electrolux.

Purchased this Frigidaire Dehumidifier, Model FAD704DWD, Serial Number KN50700665, manufactured in China and sold by Electrolux, from Amazon on July 02, 2015. Further tag information lists a “Service Model No.” as FAD704DWD12, a UL Identifier as SA11089, Design Pressure of 300 Low, 560 High, RA10A:8.820Z and EEV-1.85L/KW.H, AMPS - 7.8A. I could not find UPC Code. This dehumidifier was used on the first floor of our two story, wood frame, 2500 sq. ft., three bedroom home, to control indoor humidity during humid summer days and evenings. It was ordered from Amazon, July 02, 20125 and received July 06, 2015, unpacked, plugged in, and I set humidity level to 45%. The unit worked flawlessly until today, September 13, 2015, when this exact unit, Frigidaire Serial Number, KN50700665, appears to have experienced an electronic control failure accompanied by a mechanical failure, of some kind. Operating for several hours today, around 5:30 p.m., Sunday, September, 13, 2015, it suddenly began making a loud, low frequency, drumming kind of sound. I immediately investigated and discovered the unit’s fan was no longer operating, the display read 30% instead of the 45% it was set for and it could not be turned off. The On-Off switch was unresponsive despite being pressed repeatedly. The unit continued making the noise described above and began to smell like it was overheating and very hot. The filter was perfectly clean and was not a contributor. The bucket was virtually empty and not a contributor. The only way to turn it off was to unplug it. The back panel of the unit felt hot and the entire unit smelled hot. The back panel is easily removed by loosening 7, highly visible, chrome plated, Phillips screws and simply lifting it off. I removed the back panel and the interior was spotlessly clean but the compressor was extremely hot, too hot to even lightly touch. I stood the unit up and let it cool down for about 15 minutes, then replaced the rear cover and all of it’s screws, plugged it back in and pressed the On/Off switch. The unit immediately started up and operation was normal for approximately one minute when the display again reverted from the preset 45% to 30%, the exhaust fan again coasted to a stop, the loud, low frequency drumming sound returned and the On/Off switch was again inoperative and again it was not possible to switch the unit to an Off condition with the On/Off switch. This dehumidifier had electrically and mechanically, locked itself up in a way it could not be turned off, reset, or stopped, without unplugging it and the sound it was making is consistent with a motor driven mechanical device that has mechanically failed but the motor is still trying to drive it. Because the On/Off switch was again inoperative, I had to again unplug the unit to shut it down and it again smelled like it was overheating and excessively hot. I checked the exhaust fan for freedom of movement and it spun very freely when I used a small stick to move the squirrel cage, accessing it from the grill opening on the top of the machine, thus eliminating the fan as a potential source of the problem.
We had received a rebate for a prior Frigidaire dehumidifier recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Division for causing several fires and were informed the unit had been redesigned and was no longer a fire hazard, so we used the rebate to purchase this replacement. However, the same fire hazard condition appears to still exist. If we had not been home to unplug the unit when it overheated from an obvious electronic and mechanical failure, I am 100% confident it had every potential to set itself on fire and potentially burn the house down. I have now completely lost confidence in the Chinese manufactured Frigidaire brand of dehumidifiers labeled as Frigidaire and sold by Electrolux, believing the unit we currently have to again be a serious fire hazard and a threat to occupant safety, not to mention property damage with the potential for catastrophic loss. In my opinion, based on real life experiences with these Frigidaire dehumidifiers, these units are a fire hazard, a threat to family/public safety, and should be removed from the market place.

Model
FAD704DWD
Serial number
KN50700665
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jul 2, 2015
Where
Whitehouse, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 19, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150914-61A2D-2147428434. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Aug 12, 2015, sent to the company Aug 20, 2015, published by CPSC Sep 4, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire De-humidifier. caught fire and tripped the GFI

The frigidaire dehumidifier tripped the GFI. When I attempted to reset and plug it back in the GFI tripped again and I could smell the dehumidifier burning.

Model
LAD504TDL
Serial number
KN01510641
Bought from
Lowes
Bought
Aug 11, 2012
Where
Davison, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20150812-98201-2147429417. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 16, 2015, sent to the company Jul 24, 2015, published by CPSC Aug 7, 2015

The product, in the report: The product is a portable dehumidifier. It appears that the product was being used properly. The product was plugged in and operating at the time of the incident (fire). The product was severely damaged in the fire.

The product was plugged in and being used in a residential basement. The product caught fire and caused fire and smoke damage to the dwelling.
There were no injuries. The basement had fire and smoke damage. The 1st and 2nd floors had smoke damage. The dwelling was uninhabitable for several days.

Model
LAD704TDL
Serial number
KN02003837
Bought from
Lowe’s Home Improvement, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jul 31, 2010
Where
Hatfield, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150716-A441E-1498126. Submitter: Public Safety Entity Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Jul 15, 2015, sent to the company Jul 24, 2015, published by CPSC Aug 7, 2015

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier overheating and tripping the electrical circuit in laundry room. This happened several times durning a morning in early July. The unit smelled very hot. We unplugged the dehumifier for a couple days. We tried to use it again with the same results. The circuit breaker was tripped several times in less than a half hour and the unit smelled like there was electrical wires burning. Model : FDF70S1 Capacity 70 Pints/Day EEV 1.8 AMPS 7.0 WATTS 765 SERIAL NO.: KN93908167 DATE: 09/09

Frigidaire dehumidifier overheating and tripping the electrical circuit in laundry room. This happened several times durning a morning in early July. The unit smelled very hot. We unplugged the dehumifier for a couple days. We tried to use it again with the same results. The circuit breaker was tripped several times in less than a half hour and the unit smelled like there was electrical wires burning.
Model : FDF70S1 Capacity 70 Pints/Day EEV 1.8 AMPS 7.0 WATTS 765
SERIAL NO.: KN93908167 DATE: 09/09

Model
FDF70S1
Serial number
KN93908167
Bought from
Newegg.com
Bought
Nov 29, 2009
Where
Union, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20150715-48069-2147430273. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 20, 2015, sent to the company Mar 30, 2015, published by CPSC Apr 13, 2015

The product, in the report: 70 pint dehumidifier

We have a fridgedair dehumidifier and had it was on and in use Wed. Night. Suddenly sparks came shooting out of it then it caught on fire as it blew the circuit breaker. We were lucky to have been home and in the same room. I e-mailed Fridgedair and all they wrote back was they were sorry and since the dehumidifier was not on the recall list ( that model number is, but not the manufacture date) there is nothing more they can do for me. I wonder if any one else has reported the same problem with their dehumidifier of the same model and manufacture date.

Model
FDF70S1
Serial number
KN94101109
Bought from
Lowes
Where
Kodak, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frididaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150320-24E8F-2147434380. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 29, 2014, sent to the company Dec 8, 2014, published by CPSC Dec 22, 2014

The product, in the report: Frigidaire dehumidifier model LAD504TLD 50 pt per day Serial # KN00128483

Dehumidifier overheated and tripped circuit breaker.

Model
LAD504TDL
UPC
n/a
Serial number
KN00128483
Bought from
Lowes, Pennsylvania
Bought
Apr 4, 2011, about then
Where
Coatesville, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 58, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20141129-F9146-2147438405. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Oct 14, 2014, sent to the company Oct 27, 2014, published by CPSC Nov 10, 2014

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

smoke and fire

Model
FDL50S1
Serial number
KN84505584
Bought from
Lowes
Bought
Oct 1, 2011, about then
Where
vandergrift, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frdgidair, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20141014-9895A-2147440088. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Oct 7, 2014, sent to the company Oct 16, 2014, published by CPSC Oct 30, 2014

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 50 pint Dehumidifier

I have a Frigidaire 50 pt. dehumidifier Model FDL50SL MFG Date is 04/09. We purchased this unit from Lowes approximately 3 years ago and have had no problems with it until this morning. The unit made a loud pop then starting POURING smoke out like it was a fogging machine. Since the unit is kept in the basement and we were upstairs, it was loud enough to be heard from an considerable distance away luckily. By the time I got down to the basement to investigate the noise there was so much smoke, due to the unit still running and pouring smoke out, that I had a hard time getting to the plug to unplug the unit. If it would have taken me much longer to get to the unit I had fears that my house could have caught fire. If this would have happened 15 minutes later no one would have been in the house and the home and if the unit didn’t catch on fire, at the least we would have had major smoke damage.

Model
FDL50S1
Serial number
KN91439764
Bought from
Lowes
Bought
Oct 1, 2010
Where
Danville, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20141007-15322-2147440295. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Sep 1, 2014, sent to the company Sep 9, 2014, published by CPSC Sep 23, 2014

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 50 pints model FDL50S1 serial number KN85000949

I purchased this dehumidifier new and it has always been very hot when operating. It usually feels more like a heater than a dehumidifier. I usually turn it off or put it outside to cool off. On August 26th was the first time I noticed that it smelled like plastic burning and smoke. However, my date of manufacture is 1 month outside the recall range.

Model
FDL50S1
UPC
unknown
Serial number
KN85000949
Bought from
Home Depot
Bought
Dec 8, 2008, about then
Where
Dearborn, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 43, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20140901-77F5D-2147441340. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 22, 2014, sent to the company Oct 15, 2014, published by CPSC Oct 29, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier (70 pint)

Caller stated that the dehumidifier compressor runs without being turned after it is plugged in. It emits heat by the compressor running constantly although it is not turned on. His model is not included in a recall, however, he is concerned that it can start a fire. He has unplugged the unit.
The incident has been ongoing intermittently since last year. He took it to a service dealer and they examined it and told him that the unit was working fine. He stated that his model was not part of the recall 14-179.
The manufacturer was not contacted as yet.

Model
FAD704TDP
Serial number
kn02406636
Bought from
Seleca Appliance
Where
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140822-3D9AB-1424615. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 22, 2014, sent to the company Aug 15, 2014, published by CPSC Aug 29, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

The consumer stated that she noticed the dehumidifier was too hot to the touch. She then checked to see if the unit was dirty. She looked in the back of the unit cleaned the fans, where the water drips. She states that the unit was not excessively dirty. There were no prior incident with the unit.
Consumer stated that approximately after an hour and a half of use the dehumidifier became extremely hot which can cause burning. She feels that the unit poses a fire hazard.
The manufacturer was not contacted.

Model
LAD504TDL
Serial number
KN03001875
Bought from
Lowe’s, Michigan
Bought
Oct 10, 2010
Where
Sterling Hgts, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140722-896C6-1418529. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 7, 2014, sent to the company Aug 1, 2014, published by CPSC Aug 15, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

Caller stated that he was in his basement and noticed a odor of something burning and discovered that the odor was emitting from the dehumidifier. The plug was hot to the touch and had melted from where it was plugged in. The dehumidifier was unplugged to prevent further damages. He researched and his model number is not affected by recall number 13-283.
The manufacturer was not contacted as yet.
Caller feels that this model number should be included in the recall.
The submitter stated that he did notify Frigidaire after his call to CPSC - they responded and declined to do anything.

Model
FAD251NTD
Serial number
kn02309744
Bought from
Best Buy, Ohio
Bought
Jul 3, 2010, about then
Where
Richfield, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140707-1CA35-1415128. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 20, 2014, sent to the company Jun 30, 2014, published by CPSC Jul 15, 2014

The product, in the report: white dehumidifier

Fridigaire Dehumidifier Model No.- FDF50S1, Serial No.- KN91213688, Date code- 03/09. This is the same description as the existing Gree recall except for the date code. Unit is located in my basement. Purchased in 2009 and is used 4 months out of the year. The fan would run without incident but when the condenser began it would dim the lights briefly and then trip the circuit breaker. Same thing would happen when plugged into different circuits. The electrical safety of this is concerning had it not tripped the circuit breaker. I contacted Electrolux regarding this safety issue (it was manufactured by them) and their response to me was that it was out of warranty and I had not purchased the extended service agreement so nothing would be done. They also told me that it was “safe to use”.

Model
FDF50S1
Serial number
KN91213688
Bought from
Menards
Bought
May 24, 2009
Where
Lakeville, United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140620-258B7-2147443520. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, care not known
Made Jun 20, 2014, sent to the company Jul 23, 2014, published by CPSC Aug 6, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

The consumer stated that the handle slips out of the bucket grooves.
The consumer stated that the handle has come off multiple times (at least 4-6) while she was carrying the bucket or taking it out. The consumer stated that one time, a full bucket fell on her right hand. The consumer was hurt.
The consumer stated that she had to force the handle back into the bucket groove to fix it.
The consumer stated that she contacted the manf on 6/19/14. The consumer wanted the manf to replace the bucket with a new bucket where the handle does not come off. The consumer was informed that they would not offer that replacement since the issues is not covered under warranty. The consumer was informed that she can go and buy a new unit.
The consumer believes that the handle is not well designed. The consumer stated that she believes that this is a safety hazard.

Model
FAD504DWD
Serial number
KN33707441
Bought from
Home Depot, Georgia
Bought
Nov 11, 2013
Where
Grayson, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Level of care not known

CPSC report 20140620-439EC-1410433. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Jun 10, 2014, sent to the company Jun 19, 2014, published by CPSC Jul 3, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

I called the Gree recall number and they gave me a reference number - [REDACTED]. This particular dehumidifier was very hot and had an electrical burning smell when I turned it off. It was cracking and popping. I highly suspect that this model should be recalled as well, since it is the same model and just 2 or 3 months from being part of the recall. I need to contact the government to report this situation as well. I do not believe this product was safe to operate. I have another frigidaire dehumidifier that I have unplugged, that I purchased in 2010. Unfortunately, I can not trust these products.
I would like to know why this dehumidifier is not part of the recall, because I suspect it will be once a few more tragic situations occur to life and property. But, I know there is a price tag on everything, including human life.

Model
FDL50S1
Serial number
KN85127095
Bought from
Lowe’s
Bought
Apr 15, 2009, about then
Where
Hanson, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20140610-3627F-2147443812. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 4, 2014, sent to the company May 2, 2014, published by CPSC May 16, 2014

The product, in the report: 70 pint dehumdifier Date Manufactured: 01/1999.

In store 10 yrs. before purchase; receipt enclosed. Frigidaire dehumidifier purchased from retailer in 2009 with dom 1999 which takes it out of the dehumidifier recall. The recall dates are 01/2007 through 09-2008.
The caller is having problems with his dehumidifier sparking where it plugs into the outlet and it would not shut off until he went to the circuit breaker and flipped it off.
Smells of electrical burn. Unit hot. Continues to run in off mode.
The caller is not sure how long this has been a safety issue but is sure that it has been at least a year.
He does not have the model number but he will enter it when he receives copy of this report.
There have been no injuries to report
The caller reported this to the manufacturer March 30th, 2014.
Gree says consumer can still use his unit; not affected by recall.

Model
FDF70S1
Serial number
KN90301863
Bought from
American TV and Appliance, Wisconsin
Bought
Aug 22, 2009
Where
Oak Creek, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140404-97CE1-1396002. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 25, 2014, sent to the company Mar 25, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 8, 2014

The product, in the report: dehumidifier

In the early hours (4:00 am) of February 21, 2014 the [REDACTED] Fire Department got a signal from an alarm system that there was a fire at the [REDACTED] Home located at [REDACTED]. When the fire fighters arrived they found that one of the dehumidifiers located in the basement’s records room had caught on fire and a second dehumidifier of the same brand showed signs of overheating. There was some damage to the room.
The fire fighter stated that if the sprinkler system had not worked and put out the fire the house would have burned down. The fire fighter does not know how long the dehumidifiers were turn on. It took the firefighters about two hours to clear the scene.
The model number, FDD25S1, matches the dehumidifiers that were recalled but the manufacture date falls outside the recall parameters by two months.

Model
FDD25S1
Serial number
KN84700810
Where
Auburn, New York: Other
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140225-36388-1388615. Submitter: Local Government Agency Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 24, 2014, sent to the company Mar 7, 2014, published by CPSC Mar 24, 2014

The product, in the report: Frigidaire Dehumidifier

I had a problem with a dehumidifier made by Gree. This unit is approx. 4 1/2 years old. I checked your website, and noticed that other similar models were recalled due to fire hazard, but not this size.
It was plugged into an GFI outlet, and it kept tripping the GFI breaker. When I plugged the dehumidifier into a non GFI outlet, the unit would run, but with some serious growling noises. Needless to say, I’m not using this anymore, due to the fire hazard associated with Gree units. Unfortunately,I don’t qualify for a refund under the existing recall because this particular size (25 pint) is not included.
I still have this dehumidifier,and I am going to keep it in case you want to examine it.

Model
FDR 25 S1
Serial number
KN 9080 4681
Bought from
MENARDS, WI
Bought
Jun 26, 2009
Where
Sheboygan, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140224-C334F-1388433. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 13, 2014, sent to the company Jan 23, 2014, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2014

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier - 70 pint

Frigidaire dehumidifier stopped pulling water out of air, smells hot and smoked. Smells like a circuit board or electronic component failure. We needed to unplug and stop using. Tried using again while closely watching and had the same issue. It took a while to start smelling hot again. We finally pulled the plug and stopped using it.

Model
FDM70S1
Serial number
KN91414313
Bought from
Menard’s, Wisconsin
Bought
Jul 20, 2010, about then
Where
Windsor, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140113-FCAA6-2147448205. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 25, 2013, sent to the company Nov 20, 2013, published by CPSC Dec 5, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

The consumer says the dehumidifier was on that entire day and most of the summer. She says the unit was giving off a strong burning smell and a bit of smoke. They tried to turn it off but the motor kept running. They left it unplugged the entire day. they tried to turn it back on the next day and the same thing occurred. They decided to discontinue using it.
The consumer contacted the manufacturer who said the unit is not on recall. They were told someone would call her back but they never did.

Model
FDL70S1
Serial number
KN84707257
Bought from
Lowe’s
Bought
May 29, 2009
Where
Litchfield, New Hampshire: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20131025-5D908-1364265. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 22, 2013, sent to the company Oct 30, 2013, published by CPSC Nov 14, 2013

The product, in the report: Frigidaire 70 pint dehumidified (sorry I couldn’t find any better category to select, please change as needed)

I purchased a Frigidaire 70 dehumidified model LAD704TDL s/n KN03117713 at Lowes on Dec 6, 2010. I believe this unit is NOT included in the models in the recent Gree dehumidifier recall but I believe it does pose a fire risk. I am no longer using the unit, but due to well... extremely laziness, I still have it in my basement and I happen to work only a few minutes from your Rockville, MD office so I would be happy to bring it by if that is in any way useful for you to examine it. I haven’t modified it or investigated it at all, just happened to keep it until now. The manufacturer sent me a refund but did not seem at all concerned with any potential fire danger or water damage (which turned out to be minor).
Below are some more details copied from an email I sent the manufacturer on July 5, 2012:
In spring of 2012, I noticed the unit was running more frequently than it had been, and seemed to be struggling to keep the humidify at 45% (which it was able to do just fine initially). July 4, 2012, I came home to find that the dehumidifier had tripped the circuit breaker, causing the sump pump it was attached to not run and leaving a fair amount of water in our basement.
I tried plugging the dehumidifier in again and it ran for a few minutes (blowing air and producing water) before tripping the circuit again. I plugged it into a different, lower-capacity circuit and it immediately tripped that circuit. Same for a third circuit. I used a fourth circuit that was 20A and the humidifier ran for 5-10 minutes (again seemingly “working”) and then it made several loud popping noises (that we could hear from upstairs, the unit was in our basement) and smelled like it was burning. It was still running when I went into the basement, and continued to seem like it was running fine until I unplugged it. There was no smoke visible but there was a strong burning/melting smell coming from the unit. I believe if the unit was plugged into the 20A circuit while we weren’t home or there may have been a fire.

Model
LAD704TDL
Serial number
KN03117713
Bought from
Lowes
Bought
Dec 6, 2010
Where
Gaithersburg, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 31, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20131022-6837A-2147450649. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 18, 2013, sent to the company Nov 20, 2013, published by CPSC Dec 5, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

To Whom it May Concern, I would like to report that I experienced a fire with one of your dehumidifiers on july 22 about 3 PM EST. I feel fortunate to have been in an adjacement basement room when the unit caught on fire. Given i have a walk out basement I was able to get the unit out of the house before doing further damage. It was fully inflame at this time. My home could have been destroyed if I was unable to remove. The unit was purchased at Columbus, IN, Lowes in march 2008; The model# is FDL 50S1, SN IN81122650 I don’t believe that is normal for a unit to caught fire. Would you like the unit returned for evaluation?
My name is [REDACTED].

Model
FDL 50S1
Serial number
IN81122650
Bought from
Lowes, Indiana
Bought
Mar 1, 2008, about then
Where
Columbus, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 67, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/20/2013) ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED: This unit is subject to recall number 13-283 initiated on 9-12-13.

CPSC report 20131018-4BDCC-1362777. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 23, 2013, sent to the company Feb 19, 2014, published by CPSC Oct 31, 2013

The product, in the report: Fridigaire Dehumidifier FDF50S1, serial # KN84912463, Date code:12/08 - fits all descriptions for existing Gree recall with the exception of the date code. The unit began tripping the ground fault circuit it was plugged into, when plugged into a non-protected circuit, the unit soon begins to brown out lights on that circuit and exhibits behavior of a dangerous electrical short

Unit located in vacation home. Fridigaire Dehumidifier FDF50S1, serial # KN84912463, Date code:12/08 - fits all descriptions for existing Gree recall with the exception of the date code. The unit began tripping the ground fault circuit it was plugged into, when plugged into a non-protected circuit, the unit soon begins to brown out lights on that circuit and exhibits behavior of a dangerous electrical short

Model
FDF50S1
Serial number
KN84912463
Bought from
MENARDS, Ohio
Bought
Sep 17, 2009, about then
Where
Celina, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Fridigaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130923-D7A3E-2147451620. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 23, 2013, sent to the company Nov 18, 2013, published by CPSC Dec 3, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

The consumer says that a burning smell was coming thru his vent. He says the dehumidifier was burning hot. His neighbor unplugged it.
His unit has a manufacturer date that falls outside of the recall range (13-283). He says it did not smoke or catch flames but it was very hot and the burning smell was present.

Model
FDF50S1
Bought from
Menard’s
Bought
Sep 15, 2011, about then
Where
Morris, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130923-E2965-1357318. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 18, 2013, sent to the company Sep 25, 2013, published by CPSC Oct 25, 2013

The product, in the report: 70 PINT DEHUMIDIFIER

Dehumidifier is very hot when working we had too discontinue use of this product

Model
FDF70S1
Bought from
AMAZON
Bought
Dec 1, 2011, about then
Where
MANALAPAN, New Jersey: Other Public Property/Office
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand FRIGIDAIRE, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130918-39B87-2147451808. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 16, 2013, sent to the company Sep 23, 2013, published by CPSC Oct 23, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

Smelled odor in basement. Inspected dehumidifier and found it was blowing warm air but not condensing any water. Removed water tank and found inside plastic very hot. Immediately unplugged and took to garage. Disassembled plastic panels. Placed thermometer on compressor. Read 275 degrees F. This overheating compressor would have started a fire had we not noticed it. WOW we dodged a bullet!
Condenser and evaporator were not plugged however drain line was half plugged with slime. About 2 weeks ago drain line had totally plugged and lower part of evaporator was all froze. Unclogged line and restarted, seemed to be working then.
The compressor says it is thermally protected, Guess NOT. The contacts on the thermal protection device were probably stuck together because they were made of silver with impurities or not made of silver or even silver plate, or just too small for the amperage. If you don’t want the unit to inspect it I will probably cut it apart to see what caused the failure. Yeah you guessed it, I’m and engineer, and just have to know what would have probably burned down our house.

Model
FDF50S1
Serial number
KN91405063
Bought from
Menards, Wisconsin
Bought
Jun 21, 2009
Where
Waterford, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Fridgidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130916-E39A3-2147451888. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 15, 2013, sent to the company Oct 31, 2013, published by CPSC Nov 15, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

I bought a Frigidaire FDF70S1 Dehumidifier in July 2009. Last month, it tripped the circuit breaker in the circuit it was plugged into. I reset the breaker and plugged the dehumidifier into a GFI outlet and turned it on, after a few seconds, it tripped the GFI. If I had tried to plug the unit into a circuit with a higher capacity, I feel it may have seriously overheated and caused a fire.

Model
FDF70S1
Serial number
KN92204731
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jul 19, 2009
Where
Glenmoore, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 57, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130915-E1176-2147451908. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 12, 2013, sent to the company Sep 20, 2013, published by CPSC Oct 22, 2013

The product, in the report: Dehumidifier

In the late spring of 2008 we purchased a 70 qt Dehumidifier for drying out a flooded garage. We had gotten 4”-8” of water on the floor during snow melt and after dewatering the shop used the humidifier to try to dry out the drywall on the walls. We placed the unit in the middle of the shop floor and shut the doors and kept the unit operating 24 hours a day, checking on it often. After a week or so we were distracted by work and did not check it for a day or so. Upon going into the garage we found a strong small of burned electrical parts and the unit was badly charred. The paint had blistered off except for the very bottom of the unit, the bucket was a melted mass of plastic. The unit was still plugged in and the breaker was not tripped. We assumed the unit had overfilled, spilled and then shorted out the unit and caught fire. We discarded the unit and aired out the garage by opening the door and turning on fans. There was no other damage except for the humidifier which my late wife had purchased in Anchorage for about $300 and sent up to Kotzebue. We attributed the problem to our failing to check on the unit frequently enough and felt ourselves lucky that when the unit burned it was on a concrete floor and nothing else caught fire. It was only upon reading about your recent recall notice that I looked and found the Owner’s Manual for the Dehumidifier and found it on your recall list: Frigidaire Model FDB70R1. We cannot say with certainty that the unit malfunctioned which caused it to catch fire, but it does seem odd that the breaker did not trip and the unit failed within weeks of having been purchased. We had otherwise maintained the unit properly, regularly draining it and cleaning the filter.

Model
Frigidaire Model FDB70R1
UPC
unknown
Serial number
unknown
Bought from
Home Depot
Bought
May 10, 2008, about then
Where
Kotzebue, Alaska: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130912-0873B-2147452034. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 12, 2013, sent to the company Oct 29, 2013, published by CPSC Nov 13, 2013

The product, in the report: 50 pint dehumidifier

The consumer stated that she has a dehumidifier that’s not working properly. The consumer stated that she turned off the dehumidifier and the fan continues to run, after the power has been turned off. The consumer stated that she had to disconnect the dehumidifier from the electrical outlet to completely turn off the fan.
The consumer stated that no one was injured and there were no damages to her home structure. The consumer stated that she believes that this product poses a fire hazard to consumers. She stated that she believes that her dehumidifier poses the same hazards listed on release #13-283. The consumer stated that she will be contacting the manufacturer to file a report.

Model
FDL50S1
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
KN91108928
Bought from
Lowes, Virginia
Bought
Jan 1, 2011, about then
Where
Amherst, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130912-678BF-1354142. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 12, 2013, sent to the company Oct 29, 2013, published by CPSC Nov 13, 2013

The product, in the report: dehumidifier 50 pint

The consumer stated that she started to experience problems with her 50 pint dehumidifier. She stated that when the dehumidifier ran on the “low” setting it would run continuously without stopping. The consumer stated that it would start making noises when it would try to stop. She stated that it would overheat becoming hot to the touch. No one was injured and there were no damages to her home structure. The consumer believes that her product poses the same hazards listed on recall #13-283. The consumer stated that she contacted the manufacturer and they advice for her to run the dehumidifier on the “high” setting at all times. The consumer stated that she believes that this product should be investigated due to the fire hazard that it poses to consumers.

Model
FDL50S1
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
KN84603033
Bought from
Lowes, Ohio
Bought
Mar 16, 2009
Where
Columbus, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130912-D402C-1354278. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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