Frigidaire air conditioners
16 reports to CPSC, the latest made Jul 21, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.
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- 16reports to CPSC
- Jul 21, 2026the latest report was made
- Aug 10, 2011the earliest
- 0with the company’s comments
- Brand
- Frigidaire
- Makers
- ELECTROLUX/WHITE CONSOLIDATED and MIDEA USA, INC.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Air conditionersCPSC’s product type: Air Conditioners (code 381), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Other ways the reports write the brand (2)
“Fridgdaire” and “fridiaire”
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| March 2020 | 1 |
| October 2017 | 1 |
| September 2017 | 1 |
| October 2016 | 1 |
| September 2016 | 1 |
| November 2015 | 1 |
| August 2014 | 1 |
| August 2011 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- Seen by a doctor or nurse 2 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
- First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
- Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
- Hurt, care not known 2 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
- No one hurt 10 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
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.
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No one hurt Made Jul 21, 2026, sent to the company Jul 23, 2026, published by CPSC Aug 6, 2026
The product, in the report: Frigidaire 3-in-1 Smart Portable Room Air Conditioner with Wi-Fi 14,000 BTU (ASHRAE) / 10,000 BTU (DOE), Cools Up to 700 Sq. Ft., Quiet Operation, White
Product: Frigidaire Portable Air Conditioner Issue: Melted electrical prong / discontinued critical safety part Retailer: Amazon Manufacturer: Frigidaire
I purchased a Frigidaire portable air conditioner from Amazon. The unit operates on standard 115volt household power, which is one of the reasons I selected this model. I always choose 115volt portable air conditioners because they run on normal household outlets and avoid the highervoltage systems that require special wiring. This unit was used exactly as intended plugged directly into a standard wall outlet, with no extension cords, adapters, or unusual load.
Despite this, the power cords prong melted at the outlet connection during normal use, creating a clear electrical and fire hazard. The failure occurred under ordinary consumer conditions.
After the incident, I attempted to obtain a replacement power cord from Frigidaire. The manufacturer states that the cord is no longer manufactured and instructs consumers not to contact them about this part. This means the product cannot be repaired or safely used, and the defective electrical component cannot be replaced.
Amazon continues to sell the same model (or materially identical units) to consumers, even though the product contains a critical electrical part that has been discontinued and cannot be replaced if it fails.
The melted prong indicates a potential electrical defect that could lead to fire, shock, or property damage. The manufacturers refusal to support or replace a critical safety component, combined with ongoing retail sales of the unit, raises concerns about consumer safety and product compliance.
I am submitting this report so the Consumer Product Safety Commission can review the products safety, the electrical failure, and the manufacturers discontinuation of the essential part needed to safely operate the unit.
- Model
- FHPC142AA1
- UPC
- 012505285738
- Serial number
- XK50406137
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- May 26, 2025
- Where
- Davie, Florida: Mobile/
Manufactured Home - Who was involved
- Age 79, 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
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made Sep 5, 2025, sent to the company Feb 9, 2026, published by CPSC Sep 24, 2025
The product, in the report: Frigidaire Window unit
Window unit is growing mold inside of it after rain is getting inside where the blower fan is. It has also literally rotted out my wall below the unit
- Model
- FFRA062WAE0
- Serial number
- WK11707848
- Where
- Harpersville, Alabama: Mobile/
Manufactured Home - Who was involved
- Age 14, Unspecified
- 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
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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No one hurt Made Jun 27, 2025, sent to the company Jul 1, 2025, published by CPSC Jul 16, 2025
The product, in the report: Window Air Conditioner, white, Inverter Quiet Temp room Air conditioner 12,000 BTU, energy star
mold in product, water does not drain
- Model
- GHWQ123WC1
- Serial number
- WK25002550
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- Apr 14, 2023
- Where
- ITHACA, New York: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Fridgdaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/
WHITE CONSOLIDATED - How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Hurt, care not known Made Jun 11, 2025, sent to the company Jan 9, 2026, published by CPSC Jan 28, 2026
The product, in the report: Air conditioner
The consumer says that her air conditioning is not on the recalled list (CPSC # 25-320), but it has the same problems. Since she bought it, in May 2020, the air conditioner has had a funny smell and started to grow mold.
The consumer contacted the company on three different occasions. The first time, they told her that they would send her a filter. Another time, they told her that they would replace the unit, and finally they said they couldn’t replace it, so they would send a technician.
When the technician went to check the air conditioner, he said he couldn’t do anything since the AC was working. He didn’t fix the problem or provide any solution to the mold growing on the device.
The consumer is upset because she says that her son has asthma and her husband has Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), after years of using the AC. Also, it is too hot outside during the spring and summer season for them not to use the device that they paid for.
The consumer states that it smells musty, and you can sense the smell all over her property, and she complains that her model number is not on the recalled list. She wants the company to put it on the list or give them compensation or something so they can get another air conditioner.
- Model
- FFRH2522R2E
- Serial number
- KK00ZZ1394
- Bought from
- Home Depot
- Bought
- May 15, 2020, about then
- Where
- Milan, Ohio: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- My Spouse
- 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
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No one hurt Made Jun 9, 2025, sent to the company Jun 12, 2025, published by CPSC Jun 27, 2025
The product, in the report: Small window air conditioner.
Two Frigidaire window air conditioners have grown a black/dark mold inside them. Both have the same model number: FFRA051WAE0
- Model
- FFRA051WAE0
- Serial number
- KK02705208 and WK11715223
- Where
- Holly Lake Ranch, Texas: 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
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No one hurt Made Jun 8, 2025, sent to the company Jun 11, 2025, published by CPSC Jun 26, 2025
The product, in the report: Mold in air conditioner and musty smell in room
Mold in AC
- Model
- FGRC0844S1
- Serial number
- KK71010744
- Where
- Levittown, New York: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 3, Male
- 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
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No one hurt Made Jun 6, 2025, sent to the company Jun 11, 2025, published by CPSC Jun 26, 2025
The product, in the report: In-Wall Room Air Conditioner
I purchased a Frigidaire in-wall air conditioner on May 16, 2018. Until this year it was fine, however, a week ago I noticed black mold inside the top of the unit and black mold that blew out of the unit when I turned it on.
- Model
- FFTA1233U1
- Serial number
- IK81256609
- Bought from
- Amazon.com
- Bought
- May 18, 2018
- Where
- TEANECK, 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 ELECTROLUX/
WHITE CONSOLIDATED - How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Jun 5, 2025, sent to the company Jun 10, 2025, published by CPSC Jun 25, 2025
The product, in the report: Frigidaire Gallery 10,000 BTU Cool Connect Smart W
Frigidaire Gallery Air conditioner FGRC1044T1 grew mold inside. My cats now have respiratory infections and asthma. I noticed the mold at the end of last summer, but not sure if it was growing before that.
- Model
- FGRC1044T1
- UPC
- 0001250528080
- Serial number
- KK72402625
- Bought from
- Walmart.com
- Bought
- Jun 14, 2021, about then
- Where
- BROOKLYN, New York: 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
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No one hurt Made Mar 12, 2020, sent to the company Apr 2, 2020, published by CPSC Apr 16, 2020
The product, in the report: White A/C unit
Make Frigidaire Model FFRH18L2R2 Serive Model No. FFRH18L2R21
to Start I bought this unit about 2 years ago at Lowe’s and brought it home and installed it everything worked fine until I walked into the house today on 3/21/2020. I walked inside of the house and looking around I had the smell of burning wiring in my house I looked around trying to find where it was coming from. I turned off the A/C unit and and it normally takes a mins to shut off. I waited and it was not turning off and the smell was getting stronger. I unplugged the A/C unit and took took off the front cover of the A/C unit and found that there was smoke coming off the top of the unit. I unscrewed the top panel of the A/C unit and found that the controller board on the top of the unit is blacken and chard and still smoking I unplugged the unit and called Frigidaire and explained what happened with the unit that they have they told me that only the HVAC system is only covered and that non of the electrical side of the A/C unit was not covered. I explained that there was something wrong with the unit and they kept stating that it is not under warrenty and what could had started a fire inside of my house and or caused major damage to the house hold putting life at risk of being in harms way. There is a Braker switch at the plug that did not turn off while there is a problem the unit.
- Model
- FFRH18L2R21
- Serial number
- KK64771961
- Bought from
- Lowe;s, Mississippi
- Bought
- Mar 1, 2018, about then
- Where
- Gulfport, Mississippi: Unspecified
- Who was involved
- Age 29, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand fridiaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/
WHITE CONSOLIDATED - How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Oct 13, 2017, sent to the company Feb 16, 2018, published by CPSC Mar 5, 2018
The product, in the report: Frigidaire 12,000 BTU window unit air conditioner
On 6/12/2017 a window air conditioner unit blew up. It exploded right out the window that it was securely mounted in. The forced of explosion sent the compressor flying into a 4 inch septic tank aerator cover, cracking it. If service man had been present it would have killed him. The manufacture and their representatives have shown no concern as to why this happen or any concern about future accidents.
- Model
- FRA12EZ T2
- Serial number
- KK02340541
- Bought from
- Appliance Smart, Texas
- Bought
- Dec 14, 2010
- Where
- Bandera, Texas: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 73, Male
- 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
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No one hurt Made Sep 6, 2017, sent to the company Jan 25, 2018, published by CPSC Feb 8, 2018
The product, in the report: Air conditioning unit 12,000 btu
(09/01/2017) The consumer stated that the unit was on and had been running for about six hours. The consumer heard an explosion. When he checked, he found the entire air conditioning unit had blown up. The unit had to be cut out of the drywall.
There were no injuries.
(09/05/2017) The consumer contacted the firm and was advised that the product had not been recalled. No report was taken.
- Model
- FRA12EHT2
- Serial number
- KK20116185
- Bought from
- unknown
- Where
- Florence, Kentucky: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- My Friend /
Neighbor / Co-worker - As this report names them
- Brand Frigidaire, made or sold by ELECTROLUX/
WHITE CONSOLIDATED - How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made Oct 25, 2016, sent to the company Nov 2, 2016, published by CPSC Nov 17, 2016
The product, in the report: Electrolux Home Products Frigidaire Room Air Conditioner; Model FRA064AT7; Serial Number KK25142655
I am reporting a problem with an Electrolux Home Products Frigidaire Room Air Conditioner. The Model is FRA064AT7 and the Serial Number is KK25142655.
My husband and I usually use the remote to turn on the air conditioner. However, one day this summer, my husband turned on the air conditioner by hand (instead of using the remote). He smelled a strong musty odor. He looked closely at the air conditioner and saw there was black mold on the vents (located on the front above the air filter), so he removed them and clean them. He also could see inside the air conditioner and saw the fan and other parts inside the body of the air conditioner had black mold, including the white Styrofoam inner shell. We do not know how long this black mold had been growing in the air conditioner.
My husband and I both experienced numerous mold-related health issues due to the mold inside the air conditioner. We didn’t realize the health issues we were having were due to mold until we discovered the mold on the vents and in the air conditioner. After cleaning the mold off the vents (and regularly checking and cleaning them since then), the health issues have decreased. The mold still remained inside the body of the air conditioner.
The air conditioner’s manual has Care and Cleaning instructions regarding the air filter and exterior cabinet only. It does not indicate that the vents (located on the front above the air filter) and the interior body of the air conditioner need to be cleaned. It is easy to remove the vents and clean them. However, it is quite a process to access the interior body of the air conditioner.
Suggestions: The manual should at least be updated to include the vents as a part that needs to be cleaned on a regular basis. Perhaps the interior components could be made of mold-resistant materials.
The mold that grew in this air conditioner is definitely a health issue for people. My husband and I do not own a pet, but I wonder if the mold could also cause health issues for pets.
Now that it is autumn and the temperatures are cooler, we have removed the air conditioner for the season. My husband took the air conditioner apart, and I took pictures.
I will attach photos of the inside of the air conditioner, pictures of the model/serial number tag on the outside of the air conditioner, and the Care and Cleaning instructions that are in the air conditioner manual. I have also attached a photo of the front of the air conditioner showing the vents that I refer to above. The vent photo shows them after they were cleaned and the air conditioner is ready for winter storage.
For the Incident Date below, I will use an estimated date of when my husband turned on the air conditioner by hand and smelled the strong musty odor.
- Model
- FRA064AT7
- Serial number
- KK25142655
- Bought
- May 15, 2013, about then
- Where
- Chicago, Illinois: 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
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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Hurt, no treatment Made Sep 28, 2016, sent to the company Oct 6, 2016, published by CPSC Oct 21, 2016
The product, in the report: air conditioner
Air conditioner Frigidaire Serial Number IK80811426 Model FAM156R1A ---- MOLD HAZARD
Internal side of the air conditioner is made of thermal insulation foam , which is PERMANENTLY accumulating mold. Its cell surface makes impossible to remove mold, many particals of mold are blown to the air. It is real MOLD hazard. In our family of 3 kids and 2 adults we are all experiencing symptoms like runny nose, constant cough, tiredness. I request to open safety recall to this equipment.
- Model
- Model FAM156 R1A
- Serial number
- IK80811426
- Bought from
- Eatontown TV
- Bought
- Jul 7, 2010
- Where
- fair haven, New Jersey: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 50, 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
- Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
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First aid Made Nov 9, 2015, sent to the company Nov 18, 2015, published by CPSC Dec 3, 2015
The product, in the report: 12.000 btu Air Conditioner in the window
I was sitting in the room when it happened. The air conditioner abruptly stopped. Then billows of thick black smoke came pouring out of the vents that the cool air comes out of. When my son went to plug it out from the wall we saw the fire. The NYC Fire Department was called and responded. After the fire was extinguished we were able to take photographs of the burnt melted cord and sooty air conditioner.
- Model
- FRA126CT1
- Serial number
- KK13007599
- Bought from
- Sears
- Bought
- Mar 1, 2012
- Where
- New York, New York: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 50, 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, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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Hurt, care not known Made Aug 20, 2014, sent to the company Aug 28, 2014, published by CPSC Sep 12, 2014
The product, in the report: Frigidaire 10,000 BTU 115amp window unit air conditioner
We have a window air conditioning unit that was purchased last year in 2013; this is the second summer it has been used. We cleaned the filter and winterized the unit according to the manufacturer’s instructions. A few weeks ago, I noticed had a mildew-y smell upon turning it on. With closer inspection (peering through the vents with a flash light), I noticed that the interior of the unit is coated in spots of mold. My husband, son and I spent the entire summer trading illnesses (fever and respiratory illness) which seems to have miraculously cleared up upon discovery and discontinuing use of the unit (I obviously cannot prove that this is more than a coincidence, just thought I’d include that piece of information!). I contacted Frigidaire for assistance and their response included only instructions for cleaning the exterior of the unit. I have pasted it below in its entirety.
............................................................................ Thank you for contacting Frigidaire [REDACTED] . Please accept my personal apologies for any inconvenience that the A/C has caused you and your husband. Here at Frigidaire, we strive for excellence and customer satisfaction and I am more than happy to assist you. Below you will find information on how to clean the A/C and proper winterization. Cabinet Cleaning · Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. The cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent. · Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. · Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front. · Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls. · Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner. Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from the window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton.
Additionally, the warranty covers functional and electrical failures; odor, mold and mildew are not covered under warranty. Thank you for being a part of the Frigidaire family; please do not hesitate to contact me if additional assistance is needed. Sincerely, [REDACTED] Correspondence Specialist
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- Model
- LRA107CV1
- Serial number
- KK25327477
- Bought from
- Lowes, Maryland
- Bought
- May 27, 2013
- Where
- Mount Rainier, Maryland: 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
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No one hurt Made Aug 10, 2011, published by CPSC Sep 1, 2011
The product, in the report: Frigidaire Window Unit Model LRA-187MT2 Serial No. KK04866471
Fire hazard of Frigidaire Window Unit Model LRA-187MT2. It appears that the plug of this unit ignited and burned while it was plugged into the wall outlet, resulting in damage to the wall, floor and window coverings. It appears that the plug attached to the air conditioner power cord contained a ground fault interrupter (GFI).
- Model
- LRA-187MT2
- Serial number
- KK04866471
- Bought from
- Lowe’s
- Bought
- Jul 21, 2011
- Where
- Opelousas, Louisiana: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- 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
- Incident, No Injury
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