Cove Appliance Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
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The hazard
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents reported: The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
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 support@coveappliance.com or online at coveappliance.com/recall or at www.coveappliance.com and click "learn more" in the safety recall section for more information.
About this recall
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.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC