Sears is recalling approximately 795,000 Kenmore 35-, 50-, and 70-pint dehumidifiers manufactured between 2003 and 2005. These units can overheat, smoke, melt, and catch fire, posing significant fire and burn risks to consumers. There have been 107 reports of incidents, including three smoke inhalation injuries and more than $7 million in property damage. Affected units were sold at Sears and Kmart stores and online from 2003 to 2009. Consumers should immediately stop using these units and contact the Recall Fulfillment Center for a refund in the form of a Sears gift card or a check.
The dehumidifier's internal components can overheat during operation, causing the plastic housing to melt or catch fire. This has resulted in over 100 reported incidents of fire and smoke damage, including three reports of smoke inhalation injuries.
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact the firm to receive a Sears gift card for either $75, $80, $90 or $100, which may be used at any Sears or Kmart store or at Sears.com or Kmart.com. The gift card amount will depend on the capacity and year of the dehumidifier. In lieu of a gift card, consumers may request a check for the refund amount. All consumers with recalled units will also receive a $25 coupon that may be used at Sears Department Stores or Sears.com toward the purchase of a new Kenmore dehumidifier.
580.54351400 - 35-pint (2004)
580.53509300 - 50-pint (2003) 580.53701300 - 70-pint (2003)
580.54701400 - 70-pint (2004) 580.54701500 - 70-pint (2005)
Location of model number for model numbers 580.54701400, 580.54351400 and 580.54701500
Location of model number for model numbers 580.53701300 and 580.53509300
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response