Most homes have several recalled products that can cause injury or fire
Safety recalls are issued very frequently. They inform consumers about products that are unsafe, cause injuries, or cause fires. But most recalls go un-noticed by the public. That is because the companies that made the products don’t know who bought their products. Unless you have filled out a product registration card, they won’t know how to get a hold of you. This is particularly problematic when you buy a house.
CHECKING FOR RECALLED ITEMS IS NOT INCLUDED WITH A HOME INSPECTION
You can check to see if items in your home have been recalled by either the Consumer Products Safety Commission or the manufacturer’s website.
When checking for recalled items, you will need the model and serial number. Nearly every manufacturer (GE, Whirlpool, Maytag, Bosch, etc) has a recall link on their website.
Recalls are not limited to appliances. Recalls can be issued for any item in the house including windpw coverings, bedding, smoke alarms, furnaces, toys, and so on. To be extra safe, you can subscribe to
Here is a short list of some recently recalled products that may be in your home:
- General Electric Wall Oven / Microwave Combo Recall
- Whirlpool over-the-range Microwave Recall
- GE Recalls Wall Oven to Inspect and Repair
- CPSC warns of pool electrocution hazards
- Pool Entrapment Hazard with Video
- Recall of York Diamond 80 Furnace
- Horizontal Furnace Recall in California
- Maytag Recalls Refrigerators due to Fire Hazard
- GE Recalls Dual Fuel Free Standing Ranges due to Fire hazard
For your convenience, we are creating links to some of the more common recalled items. YOUR INSPECTOR WILL NOT REPORT THESE ITEMS ON YOUR INSPECTION REPORT AS INDICATED IN THE SOP’S, AND IN THE INSPECTION AGREEMENT.
Please contact us with any questions.
