Recall#
21-151
Recall Date
June 16, 2021
Product Name
Cove Appliance 24-inch built-in dishwashers
Product Manufacturer
Cove Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis. United States
Units Affected
About 42,000
Recall 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.
Possible Hazard
The heating element in the dishwasher can fail to properly shut off and can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Reported Incidents
The firm has received five reports of burning smells, flames and smoking inside the dishwashers. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
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.
Retailers
Home appliance stores nationwide from February 2018 through May 2021 for between $2,400 and $2,500.
Information provided by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission