U-Line Outdoor Series 24-inch Built-In Convertible Freezers recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 13, 2022

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

U-Line Recalls Outdoor Freezers Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number

23006

Brand / firm

U-Line Corporation, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sold / distributed

Independent distributors including Tri State Distributors, Milestone Distributors, Purcell-Murray Company and Almo Distributing NY, who sold them to retailers nationwide from April 2017 through February 2020 for about $2,600.

Why it was recalled

The outdoor freezers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves U-Line Outdoor Series 24-inch Built-In Convertible Freezers with model number U-1224FZRSOD-00A and manufactured between 2017-2018. They have serial number ranges between 1745627020001-1745627020009; 1746096040001-1746096040077; 1850469050001-1850469050003; and 1850469059001-1850469059003. The model number, serial number, and "U-Line" brand name are printed on a plate located in the top right interior of the unit.

What to do

Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the recalled outdoor freezers and contact U-Line to schedule a free pickup of the recalled freezers and installation of a free replacement unit. Replacement options include a freezer, refrigerator drawers or refrigerator.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.