AstroAI's Product Recall of Minifridges Due to Fire Hazards
AstroAI Recalls Minifridges Due to Fire Risks
A recent product recall involves AstroAI recalling nearly 250,000 minifridges that have been linked to fire and burn hazards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported that two of these compact refrigerators caused significant property damage amounting to over $360,000.
Details of the Recall
Manufactured in China, the recalled minifridges are of model number LY0204A, featuring a 4-liter capacity and dimensions of 9.45 inches in diameter, 6.9 inches wide, and 10 inches tall. These units, sold in various colors including black, white, blue, and pink, retailed for around $40 on Amazon.com and Astroai.com from June 2019 through June 2022.
- The minifridges’ electrical switch can short circuit.
- CPSC has reported at least 70 incidents of smoke, burning, melting, or catching fire.
- Recall initiated due to the potential for fire and burn risks.
Consumers are urged to check the serial numbers of their units, which start with the nine-digit code printed on the label located on the back of the product.
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