CPSC Recall in 2013: Sears Reannounces Recall of Kenmore Dehumidifiers Due to Additional Reports of Fires, Burn, Low Consumer Response Rate

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-238

Date: July 17, 2013

Product Name: Kenmore dehumidifiers

Recall Description:

The 35-, 50- and 70-pint dehumidifiers were sold from 2003 to 2009. They can catch fire, smoke, melt and overheat. 

Hazard Description:

The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 795,000 (previously recalled in August 2012)

Incidents:

Sears has received seven additional incident reports of shorting and fire associated with the dehumidifiers, including one incident with a severe burn to a consumer's foot and three fires resulting in more than $300,000 of property damage.

Sold At:

Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and Sears.com and Kmart.com from 2003 to 2009 for between $140 and $220.

Manufactured In:

China