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Samsung Recalls: 6 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 6 recalls involving Samsung products since 2010, the most recent on August 8, 2024. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
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Samsung Recalls Slide-In Electric Ranges Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: Front-mounted knobs on the ranges can be activated by accidental contact by humans or pets, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should contact Samsung to receive a free set of knob locks or covers compatible with their model of electric slide-in range to install. Consumers using the recalled ranges without knob locks or covers are caut…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 8, 2024
Samsung Recalls Slide-In Electric Ranges Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 24335
- Units
- About 1,120,905
- Hazard
- Front-mounted knobs on the ranges can be activated by accidental contact by humans or pets, posing a fire hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Samsung Electric Slide-In Ranges with the model numbers below. The model number is located on the ranges on the inside upper left corner of the oven door or inside the storage bin located on the bottom of the oven. Recalled Model Numbers NE58K9430SS/AA NE58N9430SG/AA NE58R9431SG/AA NE58R9431SS/AA NE58R9431ST/AA NE58F9500SS/AA NE58K9500SG/AA NE58F9710WS/AA NE58K9850WS/AA NE58K9850WG/AA NE58K9852WG/AA NE58H9950WS/AA NE58R9311SS/AA NE63T8111SG/AA NE63T8111SS/AA NE63T8311SG/AA NE63T8311SS/AA NE63BG8315SSAA NE63CB831512AA NE63BB851112AA NE63T8511SG/AA NE63T8511SS/AA NE63T8511ST/AA NE63A8711QN/AA NE63BB871112AA NE63T8711SG/AA NE63T8711SS/AA NE63T8711ST/AA NE63T8751SG/AA NE63T8
- Remedy
- Consumers should contact Samsung to receive a free set of knob locks or covers compatible with their model of electric slide-in range to install. Consumers using the recalled ranges without knob locks or covers are cautioned to keep children and pets away from the knobs, to check the range knobs to ensure they are off before leaving the home or going to bed, and to not leave objects on the range when the range is not in use. Consumers with Wi-Fi enabled ranges can enable the "Cooktop On" notification on the Samsung SmartThings app to receive alerts on their smartphone when a cooktop burner is turned on.
- Sold at
- Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot, Lowe's and other appliance stores nationwide, and online at Samsung.com. Depending upon the model, the ranges were sold from May 2013 through August 2024 for between $1,250 and $3,050.
- Company
- Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
- Contact
- Samsung toll-free at 833-775-0120 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at rangesupport@sea.samsung.com, or at samsung.com/us/support/range-knob-kit to request free knob locks.
Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software Repair Available
Hazard: The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately check whether their washer's software has been updated to prevent the hazard; and, if not, consumers should immediately stop using the washer until the software is updated. Instructions on h…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · December 22, 2022
Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software Repair Available
- Recall number
- 23080
- Units
- About 663,500
- Hazard
- The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves several models of Samsung's top-load washers with super speed wash. The washers were sold in white, black, champagne, and ivory colors and include model series WA49B, WA50B, WA51A, WA52A, WA54A, and WA55A. The model and serial numbers are found on the washer's label attached to the inside of the top lid. An additional label is located on the rear of the washer. The following model and serial number ranges are included in the recall: Model Number Serial Number Range WA49B5105AV/US 01J457BT700001W through 01J457BTB00111H WA49B5105AW/US 01J557BT700001J through 01J557BT700010D WA49B5205AW/US 01HH57BT300006X through 01HH57BTB00932W WA50B5100AV/US 01J257BT70001B through 01J257
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately check whether their washer's software has been updated to prevent the hazard; and, if not, consumers should immediately stop using the washer until the software is updated. Instructions on how to check whether a washer's software has been updated can be found here https://www.samsung.com/us/support/tlw-sw-update. All Wi-Fi equipped washers that are plugged into a power source and actively connected to the internet will automatically download the free software repair over-the-air when they are connected to the internet. Consumers who have not connected their Wi-Fi equipped washer to the internet should contact Samsung for instructions on how to download the software repair. Consumers whose washer does not have Wi-Fi capability or who otherwise wish to receive a free software repair without connecting to the internet, should immediately stop using the washer and contact Samsung directly for a free dongle to plug in and download the free software repair.
- Sold at
- Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot, Lowe's and other appliance stores nationwide and online at Samsung.com from June 2021 through December 2022 for between $900 and $1,500.
- Company
- Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
- Contact
- Samsung at http://www.samsung.com and http://www.samsung.com/us/support/tlw-sw-update or by phone toll-free at 833-916-4555 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET daily.
Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Risk of Impact Injuries
Hazard: The washing machine top can unexpectedly detach from the washing machine chassis during use, posing a risk of injury from impact.
Remedy: Consumers should contact Samsung immediately to receive one of the following remedy options. Consumers can choose (1) a free in-home repair that includes reinforcement of the washer's top and a free one-year extension o…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · November 4, 2016
Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Risk of Impact Injuries
- Recall number
- 17028
- Units
- About 2.8 million
- Hazard
- The washing machine top can unexpectedly detach from the washing machine chassis during use, posing a risk of injury from impact.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves 34 models of Samsung top-load washing machines. The washing machines have mid-controls or rear-controls. Model numbers and serial information can be found on two labels affixed to the back of the machine. The following model numbers are included in the recall depending on the serial number. Consumers should check with Samsung to see if their washer is recalled. Models WA40J3000AW/A2 WA45H7000AP/A2 WA45H7000AW/A2 WA45H7200AW/A2 WA45K7600AW/A2 WA45K7100AW/A2 WA48H7400AW/A2 WA48J7700AW/A2 WA48J7770AP/A2 WA48J7770AW/A2 WA50K8600AV/A2 WA50K8600AW/A2 WA52J8700AP/A2 WA52J8700AW/A2 WA400PJHDWR/AA WA422PRHDWR/AA WA456DRHDSU/AA WA456DRHDWR/AA WA476DSHASU/A1 WA476DSHAWR/A1 WA484DSH
- Remedy
- Consumers should contact Samsung immediately to receive one of the following remedy options. Consumers can choose (1) a free in-home repair that includes reinforcement of the washer's top and a free one-year extension of the manufacturer's warranty; (2) a rebate to be applied towards the purchase of a new Samsung or other brand washing machine, along with free installation of the new unit and removal of old unit; or (3) a full refund for consumers who purchased their washing machine within the past 30 days of the recall announcement. All known consumers will also receive a Home Label Kit that includes a control panel guide and additional safety instructions in the mail. Until they have received and installed a Home Label Kit, consumers should only use the delicate or waterproof cycles when washing bedding, water-resistant and bulky items. The lower spin speed in the delicate or waterproof cycles lessens the risk of the washing machine top unexpectedly detaching from the washing machine chassis.
- Sold at
- Best Buy, The Home Depot, Lowes, Sears and other home appliance stores nationwide from March 2011 to November 2016 for between $450 and $1,500.
- Company
- Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
- Contact
- Samsung toll-free at 866-264-5636 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET, or online at www.Samsung.com and click on the recall notice at the top of the page for more information.
Samsung Expands Recall of Galaxy Note7 Smartphones Based on Additional Incidents with Replacement Phones; Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and power down all Galaxy Note7 devices, including Note7 devices received as replacements in the previous recall. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where …
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · October 13, 2016
Samsung Expands Recall of Galaxy Note7 Smartphones Based on Additional Incidents with Replacement Phones; Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
- Recall number
- 17011
- Units
- About 1.9 million (This includes the 1 million Galaxy Note7s recalled on September 15, 2016)
- Hazard
- The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazard to consumers.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves all Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphones. The recalled devices have a 5.7-inch screen and were sold in the following colors: black onyx, blue coral, gold platinum and silver titanium with a matching stylus. Samsung is printed on the top front of the phone and Galaxy Note7 is printed on the back of the phone. This recall involves all Galaxy Note7 devices received as replacements as part of the previous Galaxy Note7 recall on September 15, 2016 and any Galaxy Note 7 with a green battery icon, regardless of date purchased or IMEI.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using and power down all Galaxy Note7 devices, including Note7 devices received as replacements in the previous recall. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where you purchased your device to receive a refund or free exchange for a new replacement device plus incentives. Consumers who purchased their phones from other sources should contact Samsung directly to receive a free remedy. Go to http://www.samsung.com and http://www.samsung.com/us/note7recall/ for more details.
- Sold at
- Wireless carriers and electronic stores nationwide, including AT&T, Best Buy, Sprint, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon stores, online at www.samsung.com and other websites and on third party websites from August 2016 through October 2016 for between $850 and $890.
- Company
- Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
- Contact
- Contact your wireless carrier, place of purchase or Samsung toll-free at 844-365-6197 anytime, or go online at http://www.samsung.com
Samsung Recalls Galaxy Note7 Smartphones Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and power down the recalled Galaxy Note7 devices purchased before September 15, 2016. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where you purchased your device to…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · September 15, 2016
Samsung Recalls Galaxy Note7 Smartphones Due to Serious Fire and Burn Hazards
- Recall number
- 16266
- Units
- About 1 million
- Hazard
- The lithium-ion battery in the Galaxy Note7 smartphones can overheat and catch fire, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphone sold before September 15, 2016. The recalled devices have a 5.7 inch screen and were sold in the following colors: black onyx, blue coral, gold platinum and silver titanium with a matching stylus. Samsung is printed on the top front of the phone and Galaxy Note7 is printed on the back of the phone. To determine if your phone has been recalled, locate the IMEI number on the back of the phone or the packaging, and enter the IMEI number into the online registration site www.samsung.com or call Samsung toll-free at 844-365-6197.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using and power down the recalled Galaxy Note7 devices purchased before September 15, 2016. Contact the wireless carrier, retail outlet or Samsung.com where you purchased your device to receive free of charge a new Galaxy Note7 with a different battery, a refund or a new replacement device. Go to www.samsung.com for more details.
- Sold at
- Wireless carriers and electronic stores nationwide, including AT&T, Best Buy, Sprint, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon stores and online at www.samsung.com and other websites from August 2016 through September 2016 for between $850 and $890.
- Company
- Samsung Electronics America Inc., of Ridgefield Park, N.J.
- Contact
- Contact your wireless carrier or place of purchase, call Samsung toll-free at 844-365-6197 anytime, or go online at www.samsung.com.
U.S. Polo Assn. Recalls Girl’s Jacket Due to Strangulation Hazard
Hazard: The jackets have a band of material at the neck that can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
Remedy: Consumers should remove or cut the band to eliminate the hazard, or contact Q4 Designs to obtain a full refund.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 20, 2014
U.S. Polo Assn. Recalls Girl’s Jacket Due to Strangulation Hazard
- Recall number
- 14110
- Units
- About 1,400
- Hazard
- The jackets have a band of material at the neck that can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves U.S. Polo Assn. girl's jackets. The jackets have the name U.S. Polo Assn. with the year 1890 and crossed polo mallets on the jacket's upper right exterior and a silhouette of two polo players and the initials USPA on the jacket's upper left exterior. The jackets come in the colors fuchsia, green and cream in girl's sizes 4-16. The name Q4 Designs LLC and style numbers can be found on the white tracking label tag sewn into the inside of the jacket near the waist band. Recalled style numbers include: U274-200 for sizes 4-6 and U274-300 for sizes 7-16.
- Remedy
- Consumers should remove or cut the band to eliminate the hazard, or contact Q4 Designs to obtain a full refund.
- Sold at
- Burlington Coat Factory, Kids Stop and Cookie's Department Stores from August 2013 to October 2013 for about $15.
- Company
- Samsung C&T America, Inc., New York, N.Y.
- Contact
- Q4 Designs LLC at (800) 741-0127 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or online at www.q4designs.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.