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Hoover Heat Pump Tumble Dryer — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireMay 20, 2025

Hazard

The products present a risk of fire as it is possible for an internal short circuit to occur within the tumble dryer during normal use. This can cause the tumble dryer to ignite, causing a fire. The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme. Owners are strongly advised to STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY and contact the manufacturer to arrange for a modification to take place. The product should not be used until the modification has taken place. If the plug is accessible, switch off and unplug the appliance. For further information, including on how to register your product for modification, access the Hoover product safety notice at the following link: https://www.hooverdirect.co.uk/pages/product-safety-issue

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Modification programme

Product description

Hoover-branded built-in heat pump tumble dryer. Owners can check whether they have an affected product by checking their model number and serial number and following the instructions in the manufacturers’ websites.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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