In total, about 249,100 min-fridges are being recalled. “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges,” according to the CPSC.
The recall is for the AstroAI 4-Liter/6-Can mini-fridge, which was sold online at either Amazon or AstroAI between June 2019 and June 2022 for about $40. AstroAI is printed on the front of the units, and it was sold in a variety of colors: black, white, blue, and pink. These are the smaller sized mini-fridges, often used for one person, measuring 10 inches high.
The exact model number and serial number can be found on a label on the back of the mini-fridge. The recalled products have the model number LY0204A and a serial number that starts with S/N followed by the numbers either 19, 20, 21, 2202, 2202, or 2203.
Consumers should dispose of the recalled minifridges in accordance with state and local waste disposal procedures, states the CPSC.
The recall number is 25-342.
Shaoxing ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China manufactured the mini-fridge. The company manufactures mini-fridges, beer coolers, car fridges, and various kinds of small sized warmers and coolers.
Other Recalls
Additionally in June, more than One Million Anker Power Banks were recalled due to fire and burn hazards, reported by the CPSC. The recall is for the Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks with model number A1263. Anker had 19 reports of fires and explosions, with two reports of minor burn injuries and 11 reports of property damage totaling over $60,700.
“Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire,” states the CPSC. It’s recommended to reach out to your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center for disposal.
