CPSC Recall in 2009: Dehumidifiers Recalled by LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2009.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-096

Date: December 29, 2009

Product Name: Portable Dehumidifiers

Recall Description:

This recall involves 30 pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the brand names in the chart below. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control and a front-loading water bucket. "Goldstar" or "Comfort-Aire" is printed on the front. The model and serial numbers are printed on the interior of the dehumidifiers and can be viewed after the water bucket is removed.BrandModel No.Serial Number RangeSold atGoldstarGHD30Y7611TAxx00001~08400611TAxx08401~40600612TAxx00001~20400612TAxx21001~30600Home DepotGoldstarDH305Y7612TAxx00001~00600701TAxx00001~16800702TAxx00001~03000Wal-MartComfort-AireBHD-301-C611TAxx00001~01697612TAxx00001~04200701TAxx00001~00578710TAxx00001~00599Heat Controller Inc.

Hazard Description:

The power connector for the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 98,000

Incidents:

LG has received 11 reports of property damage incidents involving arcing, heat, smoke, including four fires that spread to the building structure and involved significant smoke/water damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

The Home Depot, Walmart and Heat Controller Inc. nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $140 and $150.

Manufactured In:

China