United KingdomGoodHome Integrated fridge freezers (two integrated models sold between February 2022 and April 2026) are being recalled. They may present a risk of fire because the automatic defrost mechanism can overheat and they do not meet the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016; owners should stop using the appliance, switch it off and unplug it, and contact B&Q to arrange a refund or replacement (options include a full refund plus £150, a free equivalent with £150 and self-arranged installation, or a free equivalent with installation arranged by B&Q).
What's being recalled
Product Recall for GoodHome Integrated Fridge Freezers presenting a risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Refrigerator/Freezers
Brand: GoodHome
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Two models of integrated fridge freezer models sold between February 2022 and April 2026.
How to identify it
PSD case number: 2604-0127
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The products present a risk of fire as in certain cases, the automatic defrost mechanism may overheat.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
What to do
The products have been recalled from end users.
Consumers who own an affected fridge freezer are advised to stop using it immediately, switch it off, and unplug it from the mains where accessible. To enable replacement of the fridge freezer B&Q are offering three options:
A full refund to purchase an alternative, plus £150 in lieu of installation costs, or
A free of charge equivalent product, for which you arrange installation, plus £150 in lieu of installation costs, or
A free of charge equivalent product including installation which B&Q will arrange.
For further details, and to arrange a replacement/refund, please access the B&Q recalls site here: Product recalls and safety notices at B&Q.
The official notice
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