GE Air Conditioner recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 26, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

GE Appliances, a Haier Company recalls GE Air Conditioner

Recall number

24E071000

Brand / firm

GE

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,963 units

Why it was recalled

An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

GE Appliances, a Haier Company (GE Appliances) is recalling certain recreational vehicle air conditioners, equipped with a soft start device with part number ICM870-16A-BH5400. Please see the attached 573 recall report for the full list of air conditioner models. The air conditioner soft start device may fail and overheat.

What to do

Vehicle manufacturers will install a new correct ICM Controls ICM870-1A-BH5400 soft start unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 11, 2024. Owners may contact GE customer service at 1-800-772-7262.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.