Miele Australia Issues Update on W1 Washing Machine RecallMiele Australia has released an updated statement regarding its ongoing recall of selected WWG 880 W1 9kg front‑load washing machines, sold in the Australian market between 28 October 2025 and 24 February 2026. The recall relates to a software fault affecting spin‑cycle acceleration, which can cause the appliance to move during operation.⚠️ What’s the Issue?According to Miele Australia, a software error may cause incorrect spin‑speed acceleration, affecting stability and performance. The issue is resolved through a technician‑installed software update.The ACCC recall notice highlights an additional safety concern specific to Australian homes:
If the machine is installed on a platform 15cm or higher without a mounting bracket, it may tilt off the platform, potentially exposing the heating system and causing it to overheat. This creates a risk of injury or property damage.🔧 What Miele Australia Is DoingA Miele technician will install the required software update on all affected Australian units.Technicians will also check installation safety, particularly for machines placed on raised platforms.All affected customers will receive a mounting bracket, regardless of installation type.Miele confirms that current stock on sale in Australia is not affected.🛑 What Australian Consumers Should DoIf your machine begins to move from its installed position, stop using it immediately and switch it off safely.
Miele Australia is contacting all affected customers directly, but anyone who has not been reached should get in touch.Miele Australia Support
Phone: 1300 464 353
Email: resolution@miele-support.com.au
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Gas ranges sold at US retailers are being recalled
Electrolux Group is recalling more than 174,000 Frigidaire gas ranges due to an oven-related issue that poses a burn hazard to users.
The recall affects about 169,500 units sold in the U.S. and 5,300 in Canada, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
OPSS issues stop warning for 17,000 heat pump tumble dryer owners
If you have an integrated heat pump tumble dryer that has recently been modified by Haier, you must stop using it immediately because a fire risk still exists. Office for Product Safety and Standards have served Haier with an immediate ‘Requirement to Warn’ Notice, placing them under a statutory obligation to contact those owners who were part of the company’s recent Corrective Action Programme. Brands involved include Candy, Baumatic, Caple, Haier, Hoover, Lamona, Iberna and Montpellier.https://www.gov.uk/government/news/opss-issues-stop-warning-for-17000-heat-pump-tumble-dryer-owners
Caple tumble dryer Product Safety Notice
Some batches may have been affected during production from December 2019 to May 2024.
In certain circumstances and under rare conditions a short circuit may result in the machine igniting.
Safety is Caple main priority. We would ask that all owners contact Caple to arrange a free of charge inspection.The affected models are:
TDi4001
TDi4000
https://productsafety.caple.co.uk
Half a Million LG Stoves Recalled Over Fire Risk
Over 500,000 LG ranges have been recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
On February 6, the agency issued a statement to consumers warning that there have been at least “86 reports of unintentional activation of the front-mounted knobs” — meaning the knobs were accidentally bumped or pushed, causing the appliance to turn on. These incidents have led to more than 28 fires, including five that caused “extensive property damage.” At least eight resulted in minor injuries, such as burns, and tragically, three involved pet fatalities https://lgecares.com/rangerecall/
Recall: Glass cooktops may turn on by themselves
Some Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and JennAir brand glass cooktops could be a fire hazard.A recall notice posted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission said certain models can turn on by themselves.
The recall applies to about 26,300 stoves sold in the United States, along with 1,928 sold in Canada and Mexico.
The recalled stoves were manufactured between December 2016 and July 2019.
Wolf Appliance announces recall for dual fuel ranges due to burn, fire risks
Wolf Appliance is recalling around 44,000 of its Wolf Dual Fuel Ranges with infrared griddles in the U.S., as well as about 1,400 that were sold in Canada.
The recall was initiated over concerns the dual fuel ranges could short circuit in the event liquids were to boil over or spill on the griddle unexpectedly, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Where: The recall affects consumers in the USA and Canada
SMEG USA Recalls Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard
SMEG USA Inc., of New York, has issued a recall for approximately 900 SMEG refrigerators because the door can detach and fall off, posing an injury risk to consumers
If you bought this refrigerator, stop using it immediately. Contact SMEG USA to schedule a free repair by a certified service provider. You will be asked to email a photo of the refrigerator’s model number and the serial number to the company.
Electrolux Group Reannounces Recall of Frigidaire and Kenmore Electric Ranges
If you have an electric Kenmore or Frigidaire stove, you should check your model number to see if it’s been recalled.
200,000 stove tops from Kenmore and Frigidaire have been recalled by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission because they pose a risk of fire or burn injury. If you have a Kenmore or Frigidaire electric cooktop that was purchased between June of 2001 and August of 2009, you should check to see if your stove is included in the recall. Here’s what you need to know about the recall and how to deal with a recalled stove
Over 200 incidents have been reported of the stoves exhibiting problems with the switches that control the burners. 14 fires and eight injuries due to burns and smoke inhalation have been caused by the faulty burners. There was an original recall issued in 2009, but Electrolux has reissued the recall because of the more than 200 reported incidents since then.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Electrolux-Group-Reannounces-Recall-of-Frigidaire-and-Kenmore-Electric-Ranges-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Multiple-Fires-and-Injuries-Reported
Chinese dehumidifier manufacturer recalls 1.56 million units
Gree Electric Appliances of China has recalled 1.56 million dehumidifiers because of fire and burn risk, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The commission on Wednesday said there have been about 2,000 reports of the devices overheating and 450 fires reported, resulting in damage totaling more than $19 million.
“This recall involves 42 models of dehumidifiers with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole and Seabreeze, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014
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