Chest Freezers
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 41,000, 67,500 additional freezers were recalled in November 2010)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Unknown Manufacturer
- Reason for Recall:
- A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves the Haier® models HNCM070E with 7.0 cubic foot capacity and ESNCM053E with 5.3 cubic foot capacity, and Black & Decker® model BFE53 with 5.3 cubic foot capacity white chest freezers. "Haier" is printed on the upper-left corner of the freezer, or "Black & Decker" is printed on the front upper-right corner of the freezer. "Haier" or "Black & Decker," the model number, the unit's serial number and other information are printed on a rating label at the top center of the back of the freezer. The recalled Black & Decker model BFE53 freezer also has a label adjacent to the rating label with the UPC number 896603002660 printed on it. Freezers with serial numbers beginning with the following numbers are recalled: Haier Model HNCM070E Haier Model ESNCM053E Black & Decker Model BFE53 with UPC896603002660 0907 1001 0907 1001 0907 1001 0908 1002 0908 1002 0908 1002 0909 1003 0909 1003 0909 1003 0910 1004 0910 1004 0910 1004 0911 0911 1005 0911 1005 0912 0912 1006 0912 1006 1007 1007
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 41,000, 67,500 additional freezers were recalled in November 2010)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 13160
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