Haier America Recalls Chest Freezers Due to Fire Hazard

Black & Decker Model BFE53

Chest Freezers

Recall Date: November 2nd, 2010
Type: Stand Alone Freezers
Units: About 67,500
Hazards: A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.

Description

This recall involves the Black & Decker® Model BFE53 and Haier® Model ESNCM053E 5.3 cubic foot capacity white chest freezers. "Black & Decker" is printed at the front upper-right corner or "Haier" is printed on the front upper-left corner of the freezer. "Black & Decker" or "Haier," the model number, the unit's serial number and other information are printed on a rating label at the top center of the back of the freezer. Only Model BFE53 and Model ESNCM053E freezers with serial numbers beginning as follows are included in this recall: Beginning of Serial Numberon Rating Label 1001 1002 1003 1004 1005 1006 1007

Images:

Black & Decker Model BFE53

Rating label is located at the top center of the back of the freezer

Haier Model ESNCM053E

Rating label is located at the top center of the back of the freezer

Consumer Contact:

For additional information, call the company toll-free at (877) 878-7579 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Saturdays and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Sundays or visit the firm's website at www.chestfreezerrecall.com

Injuries:

Haier America and CPSC have received reports of 18 incidents, including four reports of fires with minor property damage, consisting of smoke damage, damage to a wall, and food spoilage. There have been no reports of injuries.

Retailers:

Black & Decker Model BFE53 was sold exclusively at Wal-Mart nationwide from January 2010 through September 2010, for about $150. Haier Model ESNCM053E was sold through Amazon.com and other retailers from May 2010 through October 2010 for between $220 to $290.