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Fatal Defects Spark Urgent Appliance Recall
21 Oct
Summary
- Nearly 2 million tumble dryers recalled due to potential defects.
- A past house fire, claiming father and daughter, linked to a dryer.
- Do not use recalled dryers until repairs are completed.
Millions of tumble dryers in UK homes are subject to a mass recall due to potentially dangerous defects. This urgent safety alert was highlighted on BBC Morning Live, following a devastating house fire earlier this year that resulted in the tragic deaths of a father and his nine-year-old daughter. A coroner's inquest determined the fire was likely caused by the tumble dryer. Experts are advising all owners of affected models to stop using their appliances immediately until the necessary repairs are conducted. Checking the model and serial number against the recall list is crucial. For those impacted, contacting the manufacturer directly for a modification program is the recommended course of action. Safety warnings also emphasize never leaving any tumble dryer running overnight.
