Dishwashers in fire scare
This notice covers specific Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux and Zanussi-Electrolux dishwasher models with serial numbers between 62400001 and 72399999 (with a specific exception for AEG-Electrolux model F50765 – see below). Check the rating plate on the right side of the dishwasher door for the model number, PNC, and serial number. A related notice also covers the John Lewis JLDWW1201 dishwasher, which is manufactured by the same group.
A safety notice was issued for certain Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux and Zanussi-Electrolux dishwashers due to a purchased connector component presenting a potential fire risk. No product bought before June 2006 is affected. If your model number and serial number appear in the table below, stop using the dishwasher and switch it off at the wall immediately.
Affected Serial Numbers
The notice affects dishwashers with serial numbers between 62400001 and 72399999.
For model F50765 only, the affected serial numbers are: 62400001 to 62799999, and 64100001 to 70799999, and 71700001 to 72399999. Serial numbers between these ranges on F50765 are not affected.
How to Check Your Appliance
The model number (Mod), PNC, and serial number (S.N.) are printed on the rating plate on the right side of the dishwasher door frame. The location is also shown in the user guide supplied with the appliance. Both the model number must appear in the table below AND the serial number must fall within the affected range for the appliance to be covered by this notice.
Affected Models
| Brand | Model | PNC |
|---|---|---|
| Electrolux | ESF46010 | 911616240 |
| ESF46010S | 911616241 | |
| ESF66010 | 911916312 | |
| ESF66010S | 911916313 | |
| AEG-Electrolux | F440801D | 911925623 |
| F440801M | 911925601 | |
| F440801VV | 911925624 | |
| F50765 * | 911916296 | |
| F50870 | 911916618 | |
| F50870M | 911916619 | |
| F54750 | 911615221 | |
| Zanussi-Electrolux | ZDF601 | 911916269 |
| ZDF601K | 911916270 | |
| ZDF601M | 911916281 | |
| ZDF601S | 911916271 |
* F50765 has different affected serial number ranges – see the warning above.
This safety notice does not affect any other Electrolux, AEG-Electrolux or Zanussi-Electrolux appliance. A related safety notice covers the John Lewis JLDWW1201 dishwasher, manufactured by the same group – see our guide on the John Lewis JLDWW1201 dishwasher safety recall.
All Appliance Safety Notices
Related Safety Notices
John Lewis JLDWW1201 Dishwasher Safety RecallThe same connector issue affecting the John Lewis branded version of this dishwasher range.
Hotpoint Dishwasher Safety NoticeFire risk safety notice for certain Hotpoint FDW series dishwashers.
Bosch, Neff and Siemens Dishwasher Safety NoticeSafety notice covering certain Bosch, Neff, and Siemens dishwasher models.
8 Ways to Make Appliances SaferPractical steps every household can take to reduce fire and electrical risks from large appliances.
Second Safety Notice: AEG-Electrolux and Zanussi-Electrolux – Different Models
A separate safety notice covers a different set of AEG-Electrolux and Zanussi-Electrolux dishwasher models from the same period. No product bought before July 2006 is affected by this notice.
Affected serial numbers for this notice: 62700001 to 64099999 and 70800001 to 71699999. The model number and PNC number are on a rating plate at the right edge of the door – drop the door fully open and look at the edge of the door frame.
| Brand | Model | PNC |
|---|---|---|
| AEG-Electrolux | F50765 | 911916296 |
| F50765 | 911516005 | |
| Zanussi-Electrolux | ZSF6161 | 911916239 |
| ZSF6161 S | 911916240 | |
| ZDF501 | 911516002 | |
| ZDF501 S | 911516007 | |
| IZZI ALU | 911915225 | |
| ZSF6161 N | 911916260 | |
| ZSF6161 X | 911916265 |
This safety notice does not affect any other AEG-Electrolux or Zanussi-Electrolux appliance. Contact Zanussi or Electrolux group customer services directly for current recall status and remediation. The manufacturer’s consumer helpline for this notice has been closed – contact via the manufacturer’s website or general customer service number.