Pam Barclay on June 12, 2014 40 Comments Editors Note: This article has been updated to reflect the latest recall announced on November 29, 2016. There has been a lot of publicity and confusion surrounding the recall of dehumidifiers that were manufactured by the Gree factory in China, and sold from January 2005 and August 2013. There were approximately 2.5 million dehumidifiers in the United States recalled due to a fire hazard. The recall was first announced on September 12, 2013, later widened on January 30, 2014, and re-surging once again on November 29, 2016. The issue with these recalled dehumidifiers is the potential for these units to overheat, emit smoke and catch on fire, all major significant risks to consumers and their property. The number of incidents related to reported overheating dehumidifiers has increased to over 2,000 units. From these incidents alone, there have been over 400 fires accounting for more than $19 million in damage. Photo Credit: DarrenWilliger on YouTube How to Find Out if Your Dehumidifier Was Recalled The confusing part for many consumers is that there were a wide variety of different pint-size units affected, ranging from 20-70 pint capacity, that were sold by eleven different brands. The common denominator is the manufacturer: Gree Electric Appliances. To further the confusion, only select models by these brands were affected by the recall since many of these brands produce their product in different factories other than Gree. Brands have taken different approaches to how they have responded to the Gree dehumidifier recall. 11 Brands on the Recall List (Updated) The list below has been updated to reflect the latest recall announced on November 29, 2016. Danby or Premiere — 6 models (ranging from 30 to 65 pints) De’Longhi or SuperClima — 3 models (DDSE30, DDSE40 and DG50) Fedders — 2 models (FEDH-MAH030-C15 and 1FEDH-MAH070-C15) Fellini — 2 models (13-06030 and 13-06031) Frigidaire — 13 models (ranging from 30 to 70 pints) GE — 21 models (ranging from 30 to 65 pints) Gree — 14 models (ranging from 30 to 70 pints) Kenmore — 4 models (ranging from 30 to 70 pints) Norpole — 1 model (NPDH30PG) Seabreeze — 2 models (DH450S25 and DH470S) SoleusAir — 32 models (ranging from 25 to 70 pints) It is important to mention that not all of the dehumidifiers sold by these brands are listed on the recall list. Additionally, many of these same brands are have a reputation for manufacturing a wide range of appliances, of which are not affected by or under recall. Danby, a brand with strong dehumidifier reviews from Consumer Reports, has offered clear information on their website stating that no “Danby branded” dehumidifier affected by this recall was sold in the United States and, therefore, though they are listed in the recall, none of their products that entered the U.S market were affected by the recall. Other brands have not provided such clear information to the consumer. 5 Steps You Should Take: First things first, if you have a dehumidifier that you purchased between January 2005 and August 2013, it is imperative that you check to see if your model was affected by the Gree recall. To help you figure this out, follow these steps: Locate Model Number: The first thing you need to do is locate the model number of your dehumidifier, which can be easily located on the name plate sticker. This will typically be found on the back, side or front of the unit. View List on CPSC.gov: View the full list of affected units on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website. Check on Gree Recall Website: — Check to see if your dehumidifier is part of the recall by going to the Gree Dehumidifier Recall Website, and searching on their list of brands and specific model numbers affected. Call Recall Hotline: We would also advise that you call the Gree Dehumidifer Recall Hotline: 1-866-853-2802 Follow Return & Refund Process: If your dehumidifier is part of the recall, you will then be prompted to enter your contact information. Once this has been completed, you will be a sent a return kit with next steps to returning your unit and receive a refund. On the Recall List? Unplug Your Unit Immediately. If you determine your dehumidifier is part of the recall, it is strongly recommended that you immediately turn off the device, unplug the unit to prevent any power from entering, and proceed with the return process through the above online portal. Dehumidifiers *NOT* On The Recall List After this latest recall announcement in November 2016, once again, consumers are left looking for a brand that did not have any models affected by the recall. While not all of the dehumidifiers sold by the brands listed above are affected, it’s only natural that consumers may be concerned about buying a unit from those brands. This is understandable, which is why we have listed out . Below, we have listed out three popular home dehumidifiers that are not affected by the recall. You can view the full list of dehumidifiers here. Does This Recall Affect Commercial Dehumidifiers? It’s possible, but not likely. The dehumidifiers affected by this recall include units with a removal capacity of 20-70 pints, as well as units with dimensions ranging from 19-24 inches in height, 13-15 inches in width, and 9-11 inches in depth. Commercial dehumidifiers are typically designed with a more durable build and a larger pint capacity. Three popular brands that manufacture large capacity dehumidifiers include Ebac, Dri-Eaz and Aprilaire, none of which are listed on this recall list. However, if you’re using a dehumidifier for commercial purposes, it would still be wise to check if your unit is on the recall list.
Carol Weinbaum says June 28, 2014 at 4:20 pm Please keep us on file in case Danby reverses its position that no U.S. dehumidifiers pose a danger. We bought ours from Compact Appliances, and you have the record of exactly which model you shipped to us. It does continue to work hard and dehumidify our basement. Thank you for your attention to such an important piece of recall information. Reply
mary turner says March 25, 2016 at 6:28 pm i purchase two dehmidifiers. 1. brand name: LG model no. LD651ebl date code if needed: not sure 2. brand name: GE model no. ader50ls please someone get back in touch via email. Reply
Maynard Anderson says July 23, 2017 at 2:48 pm I HAVE TH E SAME MODEL # LG HUNDFIER. model LD651-EBL. What have you found out concerning this unit? Reply
Steve Dybus says May 4, 2016 at 4:54 pm I have a Maytag dehumidifier made by Fedders and am wondering if it is part of the recall. model# M7DH45B2A serial# EU172137135Y Reply
Chris Coxe says July 9, 2016 at 8:33 pm We purchased a Frigidaire dehumidifier online sometime between January 2013 and December 2015, didn’t use it right away. We just started using it in June of 2016 after remodeling basement. The unit is operating smoothly so far. Model #: FAD704DWD – Serial #: KN43907091- Date Code: 09/14 Your website form has blanks for brand name, model # and date code, but the drop down menu for models doesn’t list ours so I couldn’t get info. PLEASE respond ASAP to this email. We are going away in late July and I want to be sure we have no fire hazard in basement. It’s a 70 pint unit. Reply
Vickie Mitchell says August 31, 2016 at 5:35 pm I have one of the recalled dehumidifier. It is Soleus air. The model # is: GL-DEH-70-2. 70 pint. The date code is: 1211 Reply
Sharon Landis says September 2, 2016 at 1:57 pm I can’t recall when we bought our Soleus but it was only used a few months(new) then sat over Winter and this Spring would not work except the fan. Due to death in family I unplugged and let it sit. Is there anything I could do for compensation? Reply
JUSEF says September 24, 2017 at 9:16 am Air movement is the key to help stopping humidity. Just using a large fan in the basement will dry up the humidity in the basement. I suggest to put on high for a big basement. A humidifier works in a small area only, but, a large fan will work in the whole basement if air movement can get to the area. Try it . Reply
Annette Hall says September 27, 2016 at 12:26 pm i start smelling something that was burning so i unplugged thee unit Reply
donna m. schmidt says September 30, 2016 at 8:58 am I have a LG GNEX3210 seriano. 611TAEJ01940. does anyone know if this is on a recall Reply
Karen L. Daniels says October 12, 2016 at 10:02 pm I purchased a 70 pint Idylis dehumidifier August, 2014 (Model #0526011). I used this unit for 2 months. Many times I had to turn it off and on repeatedly before it would actually work. I stored it for the winter and placed it in the basement in July, 2016 and it has been very undependable all summer and now it is totally non working. I feel like that an appliance that has only been in operation for approx. 8 months was certainly a bad purchase. Is this unit on the recall list? Reply
Brian A Gronitz says November 1, 2016 at 2:07 pm I have a Danby Dehumidifier Model DDR30B2GDB SERIAL 0414050709748 is this on the Recall List. Reply
Regina Pasini says November 3, 2016 at 5:47 pm I bought an Idyllic dehumidifier. Is it part of the recall? Here is the info: Model O; 0526011 Item # 0526012 Serial # 115040212629 I purchased this at Lowe’s. Thank you. Reply
M. Galligan says November 5, 2016 at 7:26 pm Is the 50 pint Frigidaire dehumidifier with the date 13/16, model no. FFAD5033R10 recalled? Reply
Jacqueline Prendergast says November 29, 2016 at 6:03 pm I would like to know if my Frigidaire dehumidifier bought aug. 2014 was a recall Reply
pam floyd says November 30, 2016 at 5:27 am I have a soleus brand model HMTD70EA Purchased in 2016 by my lanlord Reply
Linda Nowlan says January 8, 2017 at 4:06 pm I purchased a 2013 kenmore dehumidifier Model number 25325031 serial number kn31100535 Is this model being recalled Please notify Thank You Reply
Carol Tobin says January 12, 2017 at 8:12 am I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier FDF50S1 purchased on July 29 2009 50 pints and would like to know if it is on the recall list. Reply
Cindy Byam says January 16, 2017 at 4:57 pm I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier model #fad504dud is it on the recall list Reply
Matt Fricke says March 10, 2017 at 1:10 pm I have that same unit and mine is on the recall list. Reply
Gail Wallace says January 25, 2017 at 10:56 am We purchased a Kenmore dehumidifier Model MDF-65AE Serial 135412941081100958. It has been verified by phone that this model is affected by recall. Please advise as to follow-up. Reply
Gail Wallace says January 25, 2017 at 10:59 am Awaiting follow-up after lengthly waits of repeated calls to service centre. Reply
Brian says January 25, 2017 at 7:17 pm I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier model #fad504dud is it on the recall list. (I purchased it from Amazon in December, 2011. The unit does not list a serial# on it, anywhere inside or outside). Reply
Matt Fricke says March 10, 2017 at 1:12 pm That certainly would have a model number and serial number on a long silver label. Check the instructions to verify yours such as shown on the pictures and get yours replaced if it qualifies. I just completed my form. Reply
Tony Randolph says March 12, 2017 at 4:38 pm Soleus air dehumidifier Gl-DEH-70F-2. Is this recalled and what do I do with it. Reply
forrest likes says March 26, 2017 at 8:54 pm I have a ld651 model dp21500 lg do I have a recall on it Reply
ALLAN BILODEAU says May 1, 2017 at 12:41 pm Is there any recalls for a soleus model # GL-DEH-70-2a # Reply
Tbear62 says May 15, 2017 at 1:45 pm May 2017- Here is the newest twist. they sent out batches of recall letters around the country. I got one here- In OK. Mine was from 2010 and I get a replacement OR 98.00 refund. You have to take 2 pictures, one of the ser and model on the back and the other of the severed cord. The catch now. These units cannot be tossed out or into landfills. They are FULL of freon much like an A/C unit. The cost to recover the freon is MORE than the refund amount so you lose on refund AND yuo are stuck with his useless unit. Nice Recall huh? Most states DO NOT have a program that will take them unlike Refridgerators and such. Reply
Scott Jackson says May 26, 2017 at 4:39 pm I have the same one and it’s not working. Did you get anywhere with yours? Reply
Scott Jackson says May 26, 2017 at 4:41 pm I have the same one and it’s not working. Same symptoms as yours. Did you get anywhere with yours? Reply
John Scumaci says June 24, 2017 at 7:37 am I have a soleus air dehumidifier model CL-DER-70-2-st Is this on the recall list and if so what shall I do? Reply
Robert R. Smith says July 20, 2017 at 4:26 pm we have a Polar Wind Model MDF1-30AE (35 pints/d) and I am not sure it is under recall or not ,Can someone tell me. Reply
Gail wolfe says July 20, 2017 at 5:40 pm We have a Frigidaire brand model number fad704dud is this on a recall Reply
me says December 22, 2017 at 4:11 pm Asking about yours? As it says above: View List on CPSC.gov: View the full list of affected units on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website. Check on Gree Recall Website: — Check to see if your dehumidifier is part of the recall by going to the Gree Dehumidifier Recall Website, and searching on their list of brands and specific model numbers affected. Find those words in the article. Click on the links embedded in the text, top of this page. Reply
Jay says February 22, 2018 at 8:49 pm We just purchased the Eva dry E.333. I didn’t see this anywhere either these are the mini or renewable dehumidifiers are they are any list that you know for recalls . Thank you Reply
Mildred M Johnson says March 11, 2018 at 6:55 pm I have a SoleusAir dehumidifier, GL DEH-50-2, serial #10013130163. Has this been recalled? It has stopped working for me. Reply
CAROL HERZOG says June 1, 2018 at 9:42 am We have an LG Energy Star dehumidifier, Mck 629695 HKE 09.11 Is this a recall unit? Reply
Belle says July 22, 2018 at 2:14 pm I have a Soleus Gree air dehumidifier model #GL-DEH-70-2, date code 0112. Please tell me if it is safe! It is running in my apartment when I am at work to keep my sick dog comfortable! Reply
Buyer Beware says April 29, 2020 at 10:28 am As a warning to all buyers, be cautious of the Idylis WDH-1670EAP from Lowes. I had this unit and it started a fire in my home, destroying more than half of my home. Luckily no one was injured. Do your research on these units as they can pose a very real danger. Reply
