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Beko & Blomberg tumble dryer safety notice

A safety notice has been issued for a number of Beko and Blomberg condenser tumble dryers manufactured between May and November 2012. A component inside affected dryers presents a fire risk. If you have one of the model numbers listed below, check whether your dryer is affected and arrange the free repair as soon as possible.

Fire risk – action required.

Affected dryers are 8kg and 9kg condenser tumble dryers manufactured between May 2012 and November 2012. A faulty component can cause a fire. Stop using the dryer until it has been inspected and, if necessary, the component replaced. The repair is free and takes approximately 30 minutes.

Affected Model Numbers

The safety notice applies to the following models:

  • DCU9330W
  • DCU9330R
  • DCU8230
  • DSC85W
  • TKF8439A

Only dryers manufactured between May 2012 and November 2012 are affected. Dryers with these model numbers made outside that period do not require the modification.

What to Do

  1. Find your dryer’s model number and serial number. These are typically on a label inside the door opening or on the rear of the appliance.
  2. Check whether your specific dryer is affected using the manufacturer’s check tool. Use the links below or contact Beko or Blomberg directly if the links are no longer active.
  3. If your dryer is confirmed as affected, stop using it immediately and arrange the free repair through the manufacturer. The affected component can be replaced in approximately 30 minutes.
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Check your dryer:

Use the manufacturer’s own check tools to confirm whether your specific dryer requires the repair. If the links below are no longer active, contact Beko or Blomberg directly through their official websites.

Check my Beko tumble dryer | Check my Blomberg tumble dryer

Pass this on

These dryers are over a decade old and may have changed hands, been given away, or be in use in a second home or rental property. If you know of an old Beko or Blomberg condenser tumble dryer that could be one of the affected models, please share this notice with the owner.

More tumble dryer safety information

Last reviewed: April 2025. This notice relates to a safety campaign originally issued by Beko and Blomberg. Contact the manufacturers directly for the most current information on this safety issue.

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