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Gizmodo
3 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Frigidaire Mini-Fridges Cause $700,000 in Damage After Smoking, Sparking, Burning, Melting, Overheating, and Catching Fire
Over 600,000 Frigidaire mini-fridges are being recalled over internal electrical components that have short-circuited and ignited, according to an announcement by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The faulty fridges have cost over $700,000 in property damage thus far, according to a new recall notice. 'Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to receive a refund at CPSC said in a press release. 'Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write 'Recall' using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit. Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.' The fridges were sold at Walmart and other physical retail stores nationwide. They were sold online at and from January 2020 until December 2023, according to the CPSC. Sold in a variety of colors, the minifridges retailed for $36-$40 and came in two sizes that could hold 6 cans and 9 cans. The effected units are distributed by a Canadian company called Curtis International and the list of damage that's been reported is extensive, with CPSC rattling it off in an oddly long manner: 'Curtis International has received at least 26 reports of the minifridges smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating and catching fire, with property damages totaling more than $700,000. Two consumers reported smoke inhalation injuries.' Consumers are encouraged to look for the model number and serial number on their fridge, which is located on labels on the back. The models and accompanying serial numbers that are being recalled include: The recalled appliances were made in China and are marketed as 'retro' because they look like something from the 1960s. They're still available for purchase at the Frigidaire website in a version that presumably doesn't smoke, spark, burn, melt, overheat, or catch fire. Faulty electronics really seem to be causing quite a bit of havoc recently, with another recall from this past week of Transpro Electric Scooters reportedly causing $200,000 in property damage after a battery-related fire. Curtis International can be reached toll-free over the phone at 888-727-0198 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET Monday to Friday. The company's email is [email protected], though consumers are encouraged by the CPSC to visit for more information about the recall.
CTV News
21-07-2025
- CTV News
Mini fridges sold online recalled in Canada over fire risk
Mini fridges sold online in Canada are being recalled due to a potential fire hazard. Health Canada published a recall Monday for the AstroAI 4-Litre/6-Can Mini Fridge after discovering the product's electrical switch can short circuit and catch fire. The recall applies to more than 32,000 fridges sold between January 2019 and March 2022 through According to the recall notice, the mini fridges are sold in a variety of colours, including black, white, blue and pink. The model is identified as LY0204A and found on a label on the back of the mini fridge. The nine-digit serial number begins with the following numbers: 19, 20, 21, 2201, 2202 or 2203 and can also be found on the back of the affected product. The company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada, as of July 10. Health Canada is urging customers to stop using the product immediately, check the serial number and contact AstroAI for a free replacement.
CBS News
19-06-2025
- CBS News
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
AstroAI recalled nearly 250,000 minifridges on Wednesday over fire and burn hazards, after two of the compact refrigerators which caught fire caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in property damage. The personal refrigerators' electrical switch can short circuit, posing fire and burn risks, according to a notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CPSC has received at least 70 reports of the minifridges emitting smoke, burning, melting or catching fire. Two fires caused a total of more than $360,000 in property damages, the recall notice states. Manufactured in China, the recalled 4-liter, 6-can capacity minifridges have 9.45 inch diameter, are 6.9 inches wide and 10 inches tall. Available in black, white, blue and pink, the fridges were sold online for about $40 on and from June 2019 through June 2022. The recalled minifridges' model number is LY0204A, which is printed on a label on the back of the product. Nine-digit serial numbers of the affected units starts with "S/N" and begin with either 19, 20, 21, 2201, 2202 or 2203. Consumers with the recalled fridges are urged to immediately stop using them and to contact AstroAI by email at recall@ or through a dedicated recall page on the company's website for a replacement product. The minifridges should be disposed in accordance with state and local waste disposal procedures, the CPSC states.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Popular Minifridge Brand Sold on Amazon Recalled Nationwide After $360,00 in Property Damages Reported—Here's What You Need to Know
Popular Minifridge Brand Sold on Amazon Recalled Nationwide After $360,00 in Property Damages Reported—Here's What You Need to Know originally appeared on Parade. There's a massive minifridge recall underway affecting 249,100 customers. More specifically, it's the AstroAI 4-Liter/6-Can minifridge, which was sold on Amazon and from June 2019 through June 2022. These pose as a fire and burn hazard and, if you own the model in question, you should stop using it immediately. So far there have been at least 70 reports of these minifridges smoking, burning, melting or catching fire, prompting the recall. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 AstroAI makes many different types of minifridges, and not all are included in the recall. In this case it's the AstroAI 4-Liter/6-Can minifridge with the model number LY0204A and a nine-digit serial number starting with "S/N" followed by one of these numbers: 19, 20, 21, 2201, 2202 or 2203. You can find the serial number on either the bottom or middle-right portion of a label on the back of the minifridge. These were sold in various colors, including black, white, blue and pink. It's advised that if you own one of these models you should stop using it immediately, then reach out to AstroAI for a free replacement. In order to get that free replacement, all you have to do is send the company a photo of the recalled minifridge, clearly showing the model number and serial number. Write "Recalled" on the minifridge in permanent marker before you take the snap. You can either send it to them via email at recall@ or through their online portal at also want to dispose of the recalled minifridge, but check with your local sanitation department on the proper way to do so (often they don't want electrical items thrown in with your regular trash. It's important to note that at least one of the 70 reports about the faulty minifridge resulted in two fires, which did extensive property damage to the tune of $360,000. So please heed the recall and unplug that AstroAI minifridge right Minifridge Brand Sold on Amazon Recalled Nationwide After $360,00 in Property Damages Reported—Here's What You Need to Know first appeared on Parade on Jun 18, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
CBS News
18-06-2025
- CBS News
AstroAI recalls minifridges over fire hazard that caused $360,000 in property damages
AstroAI is recalling 249,100 minifridges on Wednesday over fire and burn hazards after two of the compact refrigerators caught fire, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in property damage. The personal refrigerators' electrical switch can short circuit, posing fire and burn risks, according to a notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CPSC has received at least 70 reports of the minifridges emitting smoke, burning, melting or catching fire. Two fires caused more than $360,000 in property damages, the recall notice states. Manufactured in China, the recalled 4-liter, 6-can capacity minifridges measure 9.45 inches in diameter, 6.9 inches wide and 10 inches tall. Available in black, white, blue and pink, the fridges were sold online for about $40 on and from June 2019 through June 2022. The recalled minifridges' model number is LY0204A, which is printed on a label on the back of the product. Nine-digit serial numbers of the affected units starts with "S/N" and begin with either 19, 20, 21, 2201, 2202 or 2203. Consumers with the recalled fridges are urged to immediately stop using them and to contact AstroAI by email at recall@ or through a dedicated page on the company's website at for a replacement product. Disposal of the recalled minifridges should be in accordance with state and local waste disposal procedures, the CPSC states.
