CPSC Recall in 2011: General Electric, Sharp Recalls GE Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-247

Date: June 13, 2011

Product Name: GE Zoneline Air Conditioners and Heaters

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 90,600

Incidents:

General Electric and Sharp have received four reports of incidents involving smoke and/or fire with the air conditioning and heating units. In two of the reported incidents, fire extended beyond the air conditioning and heating unit, resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

General Electric authorized representatives and HVAC distributors nationwide from March 2010 through March 2011 for between $1,000 and $1,200.

Manufactured In:

China