CPSCJune 16, 2021

Cove Appliance Dishwashers recall: Fire Hazard

Cove Appliance Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Cove Appliance Dishwashers recalled?

The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, unplug them from their power source, and contact Cove Appliance to schedule a free repair. Cove Appliance will install a second thermal protection device and replace the dishwasher's heating element. Contact: Cove Appliance toll-free at 888-651-9376 from 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail at [email protected] or online at coveappliance.com/recall or at www.coveappliance.com and click "learn more" in the safety recall section for more information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers
Company
Cove Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Quantity
About 42,000
Sold at
Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.
Recall date
June 16, 2021
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in residential dishwashers model numbers DW2450 and DW2450WS. The recalled dishwashers have serial numbers 20000100 through 20044445. The model number, serial number and date code are printed on the product rating plate located inside the dishwasher. "Cove" is printed on the outside of the door and on the far right side of the control panel, located on the top of the unit's door.

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