Frigidaire dryer recall for fire hazard (2019) — read this important safety alert for full details and affected models.
Electrolux Home Products recalled approximately 35,000 Frigidaire-branded electric dryers due to a fire hazard. CPSC Recall #19-147 was issued after reports that the dryer’s wiring could overheat during the drying cycle, creating a fire risk inside the dryer housing.
A manufacturing defect in the wiring harness connecting the heating element to the control board could cause excessive heat buildup at the connection point. This overheating could ignite surrounding insulation and dryer lint, posing a fire risk especially in units with inadequate lint path maintenance.
Affected Models
The recall covers Frigidaire CFRE4120S and FFRE4120S electric dryer models manufactured between March 2018 and June 2019. The model and serial number are located on the label inside the dryer door frame.
Required Action Steps
- Stop using the dryer immediately and unplug it.
- Check your model and serial number against the recall list.
- Contact Frigidaire at 1-800-374-4432 to schedule a free in-home repair.
- A technician will replace the wiring harness with a corrected version.
- Do not use the dryer until the recall repair is complete.
Urgency Level
URGENT — stop use and unplug immediately. Do not operate the dryer until the recall repair has been completed. Never leave any dryer running unattended or while sleeping.
Related Information
- All Electrolux Safety Notices
- Electrolux Error Code Directory
- Electrolux Emergency Repair Service
- Schedule Repair Service
- U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
- Electrolux Official Support
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