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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
1.7 Million Window Air Conditioners Recalled Over Risk of Mold Exposure, Respiratory Issues
Midea has recalled 1.7 million units of its U and U+ Window Air Conditioners in the United States amid concerns of possible mold growth leading to respiratory issues or other infections The units were manufactured in China and Thailand between 2020 and 2025 Midea is offering several options to customers impacted by the recallMidea has recalled 1.7 million units of its U and U+ Window Air Conditioners in the United States amid concerns of possible mold growth leading to respiratory issues or other infections. The recall was issued on Thursday, June 5, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC). The reason for the recall is that pooled water in the air conditioner can fail to drain quickly enough, leading to mold growth. 'Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers,' according to Midea's recall. In addition to the 1.7 million units recalled in the U.S., 45,900 units were sold in Canada. There have been at least 152 reports of mold found in the air conditioners, including 17 reports of customers experiencing respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing or sore throats from mold exposure, per Midea. The recalled units were manufactured in China and Thailand and sold under various brand names including Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The air conditioners were sold at Costco, Menards, Home Depot, Best Buy and other stores nationwide, as well as online at and other websites between March 2020 and May 2025. The units ranged in price from $280 to $500. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Customers with recalled air conditioners may contact Midea for a free repair or a full or prorated refund based on the purchase date or the date the product was made. Those seeking a refund will be required to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or by submitting a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit. For customers seeking to have their air conditioners repaired, Midea will send a technician to install a new drain plug or mail customers a repair kit that includes a new drain plug and bubble level, depending on the unit model. Further details about the recall are available on Midea's website. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
1.7 Million Window Air Conditioners Recalled Over Risk of Mold Exposure, Respiratory Issues
Midea has recalled 1.7 million units of its U and U+ Window Air Conditioners in the United States amid concerns of possible mold growth leading to respiratory issues or other infections The units were manufactured in China and Thailand between 2020 and 2025 Midea is offering several options to customers impacted by the recallMidea has recalled 1.7 million units of its U and U+ Window Air Conditioners in the United States amid concerns of possible mold growth leading to respiratory issues or other infections. The recall was issued on Thursday, June 5, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC). The reason for the recall is that pooled water in the air conditioner can fail to drain quickly enough, leading to mold growth. 'Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers,' according to Midea's recall. In addition to the 1.7 million units recalled in the U.S., 45,900 units were sold in Canada. There have been at least 152 reports of mold found in the air conditioners, including 17 reports of customers experiencing respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing or sore throats from mold exposure, per Midea. The recalled units were manufactured in China and Thailand and sold under various brand names including Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The air conditioners were sold at Costco, Menards, Home Depot, Best Buy and other stores nationwide, as well as online at and other websites between March 2020 and May 2025. The units ranged in price from $280 to $500. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Customers with recalled air conditioners may contact Midea for a free repair or a full or prorated refund based on the purchase date or the date the product was made. Those seeking a refund will be required to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or by submitting a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit. For customers seeking to have their air conditioners repaired, Midea will send a technician to install a new drain plug or mail customers a repair kit that includes a new drain plug and bubble level, depending on the unit model. Further details about the recall are available on Midea's website. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
1.7 million air conditioners recalled over mold exposure, respiratory issues
A home appliance company whose window air conditioners were chosen as the New York Times' best units has recalled 1.7 million of the devices due to possible mold growth leading to sickness. The New York Times (NYT) listed the Midea U Window Air Conditioner as the number one contender on the newspaper's list of six best air conditioners of 2025, while the U+ model won runner-up. The units were recently recalled because pooled water in the air conditioners may not drain quickly enough, leading to mold growth and possible health issues. 'Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers,' according to Midea. The recall was issued on June 5, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). About 1.7 million of the devices have been recalled, and about 45,900 were sold in Canada, according to the announcement. There have been at least 152 reports of mold in the air conditioners, including 17 reports of customers suffering from respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing or sore throats from mold exposure, Midea said. Read more: USA TODAY's recall database The recalled air conditioners were made in China and Thailand and sold under brand names such as Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The units were sold at Costco, Menards, Home Depot, Best Buy and other stores nationwide and online at and other websites between March 2020 and May 2025. The unit prices were listed between $280 and $500. "This U-shaped Midea air conditioner is the quietest model we've ever tested, and it's designed in a way that still allows you to open your window. But the installation process isn't fun," the New York Times wrote about the U model. Regarding the runner-up U+ model, the NYT said the "Plus has improved efficiency and some minor feature upgrades. A redesigned bracket improves the installation process (slightly)." The NYT added an editor's note once the paper got wind of the recall. The recalled air conditioners were designed to fit in windows, and they were sold in three sizes of cooling power, including 8,000, 10,000 and 12,000 British Thermal Units (BTU). The air conditioners measure about 22 inches wide and 14 inches high, and the model number can be found on a label on the front right side of the unit, Midea said. The units have remote controls and can also be controlled with a mobile app. Impacted model numbers include: Comfort Aire: RXTS-101A, RXTS-121A, RXTS-81A Danby: DAC080B6IWDB-6, DAC080B7IWDB-6, DAC100B6IWDB-6 Frigidaire: GHWQ125WD1, GHWQ105WD1, GHWQ085WD1 Insignia: NS-AC8WU3-C, NS-AC8WU3 Keystone: KSTAW12UA, KSTAW10UA, KSTAW08UA LBG Products: QB-8K CO Midea: MAW08AV1QWT, MAW08AV1QWT-C, MAW08U1QWT, MAW08V1QWT, MAW08V1QWT-S, MAW08V1QWT-T, MAW08W1QWT, MAW10U1QWT, MAW10V1QWT, MAW10W1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT-C, MAW12U1QWT, MAW12V1QWT, MAW12V1QWT-M, MAW12V1QWT-S, MAW12W1QWT Mr. Cool: MWUC12T115, MWUC10T115, MWUC08T115 Perfect Aire: 1PACU8000, 1PACU12000, 1PACU10000 Sea Breeze: MWAUQB-12CRFN8-BCN10, WAU310YREX, WAU312YREX, WAU38YREX Customers with recalled air conditioners must contact Midea, the company said, for a free repair or a full or prorated refund based on the purchase date or the date the product was made. Customers who want a refund will have to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or submit a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit. Those who want their units repaired must contact Midea so a technician can install a new drain plug or send customers a repair kit that includes a new drain plug and bubble level, depending on the unit model. Customers who continue using the air conditioners while awaiting a repair should visit for instructions on how to inspect their unit prior to continuing use. Consumers have multiple options to contact the company, including: Calling Midea toll-free from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET at (888) 345-0256. Emailing midea4028@ Visiting By visiting and clicking 'RECALL INFORMATION' for more information. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Air conditioner voted New York Times best of 2025 recalled over mold
The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Air conditioner voted New York Times best of 2025 recalled over mold
"Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers," according to Midea. The recall was issued on June 5, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). About 1.7 million of the devices have been recalled, and about 45,900 were sold in Canada, according to the announcement. There have been at least 152 reports of mold in the air conditioners, including 17 reports of customers suffering from respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing or sore throats from mold exposure, Midea said. Read more: USA TODAY's recall database Where were the recalled air conditioners sold? The recalled air conditioners were made in China and Thailand and sold under brand names such as Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The units were sold at Costco, Menards, Home Depot, Best Buy and other stores nationwide and online at and other websites between March 2020 and May 2025. The unit prices were listed between $280 and $500. "This U-shaped Midea air conditioner is the quietest model we've ever tested, and it's designed in a way that still allows you to open your window. But the installation process isn't fun," the New York Times wrote about the U model. Regarding the runner-up U+ model, the NYT said the "Plus has improved efficiency and some minor feature upgrades. A redesigned bracket improves the installation process (slightly)." The NYT added an editor's note once the paper got wind of the recall. How to determine if you have a recalled air conditioner? The recalled air conditioners were designed to fit in windows, and they were sold in three sizes of cooling power, including 8,000, 10,000 and 12,000 British Thermal Units (BTU). The air conditioners measure about 22 inches wide and 14 inches high, and the model number can be found on a label on the front right side of the unit, Midea said. The units have remote controls and can also be controlled with a mobile app. Impacted model numbers include: Comfort Aire: RXTS-101A, RXTS-121A, RXTS-81A RXTS-101A, RXTS-121A, RXTS-81A Danby: DAC080B6IWDB-6, DAC080B7IWDB-6, DAC100B6IWDB-6 DAC080B6IWDB-6, DAC080B7IWDB-6, DAC100B6IWDB-6 Frigidaire: GHWQ125WD1, GHWQ105WD1, GHWQ085WD1 GHWQ125WD1, GHWQ105WD1, GHWQ085WD1 Insignia: NS-AC8WU3-C, NS-AC8WU3 NS-AC8WU3-C, NS-AC8WU3 Keystone: KSTAW12UA, KSTAW10UA, KSTAW08UA KSTAW12UA, KSTAW10UA, KSTAW08UA LBG Products: QB-8K CO QB-8K CO Midea: MAW08AV1QWT, MAW08AV1QWT-C, MAW08U1QWT, MAW08V1QWT, MAW08V1QWT-S, MAW08V1QWT-T, MAW08W1QWT, MAW10U1QWT, MAW10V1QWT, MAW10W1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT-C, MAW12U1QWT, MAW12V1QWT, MAW12V1QWT-M, MAW12V1QWT-S, MAW12W1QWT MAW08AV1QWT, MAW08AV1QWT-C, MAW08U1QWT, MAW08V1QWT, MAW08V1QWT-S, MAW08V1QWT-T, MAW08W1QWT, MAW10U1QWT, MAW10V1QWT, MAW10W1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT-C, MAW12U1QWT, MAW12V1QWT, MAW12V1QWT-M, MAW12V1QWT-S, MAW12W1QWT Mr. Cool: MWUC12T115, MWUC10T115, MWUC08T115 MWUC12T115, MWUC10T115, MWUC08T115 Perfect Aire: 1PACU8000, 1PACU12000, 1PACU10000 1PACU8000, 1PACU12000, 1PACU10000 Sea Breeze: MWAUQB-12CRFN8-BCN10, WAU310YREX, WAU312YREX, WAU38YREX What is Midea doing to fix the issue? Customers with recalled air conditioners must contact Midea, the company said, for a free repair or a full or prorated refund based on the purchase date or the date the product was made. Customers who want a refund will have to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or submit a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit. Those who want their units repaired must contact Midea so a technician can install a new drain plug or send customers a repair kit that includes a new drain plug and bubble level, depending on the unit model. Customers who continue using the air conditioners while awaiting a repair should visit for instructions on how to inspect their unit prior to continuing use. What should I do if I have one of the recalled units? Consumers have multiple options to contact the company, including: Calling Midea toll-free from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET at (888) 345-0256. Emailing midea4028@ Visiting By visiting and clicking "RECALL INFORMATION" for more information. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia - the 757. Email her at sdmartin@
Global News
3 days ago
- Health
- Global News
Thousands of window AC units recalled for mould risk, Health Canada says
Tens of thousands of window-mounted air conditioner units are being recalled in Canada as part of a broader North American recall over the risk of mould exposure. This comes as summer-like temperatures and wildfire smoke spread across many parts of Canada. The government of Canada recall website says the recall involves several models manufactured by Midea, and sold under brand names including Midea, Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze specifically designed to fit in windows. The recall is similar to the notice issued in the United States by the Consumer Product and Safety Commission, which says there are about 1.7 million affected units in the U.S. in addition to nearly 46,000 in Canada. Get weekly health news Receive the latest medical news and health information delivered to you every Sunday. Sign up for weekly health newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy According to the recall notice, some of these units reportedly are unable to drain pooled water effectively, which can lead to an increased risk of mould growth. Story continues below advertisement The notice also warns that mould exposure 'poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections.' 3:59 Tenant advocates push for new rules to protect renters from extreme heat Warmer temperatures are leading many Canadians to start cranking their air conditioning for relief from the heat, and as wildfires in parts of the Prairies lead to more time spent indoors to avoid exposure to smoke, many could be exposing themselves to mould if they are using AC units under the recall list. With smoke exposure, some types of air conditioners may protect individuals from the associated risks, but not all types of AC units are effective at filtering out fine particulates found in wildfire smoke. The manufacturer, Midea, says as of Tuesday, it has received five reports from Canadian customers of mould in their air conditioner units, and says the solution may involve a technician repairing or replacing a drain plug or bubble level. Story continues below advertisement Affected customers are asked to contact Midea for a free repair or a potential refund where applicable.
