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Sat Jun 7, 2025, 11:31 AM Saturday

Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Name of Product:
U and U+ Window Air Conditioners

Hazard:
Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers.

Remedy:
Refund
Repair

Recall Date:
June 05, 2025

Units:
About 1.7 million (In addition, about 45,900 were sold in Canada)

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Description:
This recall involves U and U+ Window Air Conditioners made by Midea and sold in brand names including Midea, Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The air conditioners are designed to fit in windows. They were sold in three sizes of cooling power: 8,000, 10,000 and 12,000 BTU. The air conditioners are white and measure about 22 inches wide and 14 inches high. The brand name is printed on the units. The model number can be found on a label on the front right side of the unit when facing the air conditioner. They were sold with remote controls and can be controlled by a mobile app. The following brands and model numbers are included in this recall:

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Read more: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Midea-Recalls-About-1-7-Million-U-and-U-Window-Air-Conditioners-Due-to-Risk-of-Mold-Exposure

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Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure (Original Post) Eugene Saturday OP
Surprised US Consumer Product Safety Commission is still in operation. Midea must be a competitor of trump's buddies. Silent Type Saturday #1

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1. Surprised US Consumer Product Safety Commission is still in operation. Midea must be a competitor of trump's buddies.
Sat Jun 7, 2025, 11:39 AM
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