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Frigidaire recall: 964,000 minifridges sold at Target pose a serious risk

Frigidaire recall: 964,000 minifridges sold at Target pose a serious risk

By Grazia British

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Almost 1 million Frigidaire minifridges are being recalled because they pose the potential to catch fire, according to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released on Thursday. The notice expands an earlier recall from 2024.

Canada-based Curtis International is recalling another 330,000 minifridges, on top of the 634,000 minifridges it recalled back in July of 2024. The company has received at least six reports of the model EFMIS121 minifridges catching fire, with property damages, per the CPSC notice.

The minfridges were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2020 through October 2023, for around $30.

What is the reason for the Frigidaire recall?

The minifridges’ internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.

What are the product details?

This recall covers Curtis International 6-can Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers, in addition to certain minifridges with model numbers EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175 that were previously recalled.

“Frigidaire” is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the minifridge.

This recall includes only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in the color red at Target stores.

  • Brand and product name: Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121 (plus EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175 from a previous recall)
  • Units: About 330,000
  • Manufacturer(s): ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd., of China
  • Importer(s): Curtis International Ltd., of Canada
  • Manufactured in: China
  • Recall number: 26-199
  • Recall Date: January 15, 2026

What to do if you own one of the minifridges

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge.

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.

Originally published by fastcompany.com. Syndicated material does not necessarily reflect the views of Grazia British.

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