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Kenmore dehumidifiers recalled due to reports of smoke inhalation

Posted on: 08-3-2012 Posted in: product liability, Product Recall

Approximately 795,000 Kenmore dehumidifiers have been recalled by Kmart Corporation and Sears, Roebuck and Co. due to concerns that the products can overheat, potentially leading to melting, smoke and fire hazards. Sears reports receiving more than 100 consumer complaints of incidents related to this issue, including three reports of smoke inhalation injuries. In total , these incidents are estimated to have cost consumers more than $7 million in property damage.

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Sears recalls Kenmore dehumidifiers due to fire and burn hazard

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