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Panasonic recalls about 640,000 washer-dryers over fire risk
Panasonic is recalling about 640,000 drum-type washer-dryers sold in Japan and Taiwan.
The affected machines were made between August 2021 and August 2024 and cover 18 model numbers.
A fault in the automatic detergent dispenser may cause smoke or fire in the machines.
Seven incidents have been reported: six in Japan and one in Taiwan.
No injuries have been reported, according to Panasonic.
The company is offering free inspections and repairs, including part replacements, to address the risk.
Owners of affected models should contact Panasonic to arrange the service.
Panasonic is recalling about 640,000 drum-type washer-dryers sold for the Japanese and Taiwanese markets because of a risk of smoke or fire.
The company will replace parts and inspect and repair affected machines free of charge.
The problem is with the automatic detergent-dispensing unit.
Six smoke or fire incidents were reported in Japan and one in Taiwan, with no injuries reported.
The affected machines were manufactured from August 2021 to August 2024 and cover 18 model numbers.
- Who
- Panasonic is recalling the washer-dryers.
- What
- About 640,000 machines are subject to a free parts replacement, inspection and repair because of a smoke or fire risk.
- When
- Panasonic announced the recall on October 15, 2026.
- Where
- The machines were sold for the Japanese and Taiwanese markets.
- Why
- A defect in the automatic detergent-dispensing unit may cause smoke or fire.
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- Affected machines
- About 640,000
- Markets
- Japan and Taiwan
- Reported incidents
- 6 in Japan; 1 in Taiwan
- Injury reports
- None
- Manufacturing period
- August 2021 to August 2024
- Affected model numbers
- 18