Heat Pump Tumble dryer urgent fire risk safety notices
Around 103,000 built-in heat pump tumble dryers sold under the Haier, Hoover, Candy, Baumatic, Caple, Iberna, Lamona and Montpellier brands between 2019 and 2025 are subject to a UK stop-use safety notice because an internal short circuit can cause a fire. Find the 16-digit serial number inside the door frame and check it at productsafety.haier.co.uk, or look for a “J7” mark on the rating plate, which means the correct modification has been done. If there is no J7 mark, stop using the dryer, unplug it, and book the free engineer modification on 0808 178 0516.
Safety guidance compiled by Whitegoods Help from the OPSS product safety reports, the OPSS Requirement to Warn notice and Haier’s own safety pages. Published October 2026. Figures are the latest published by OPSS and are dated in the text.
The safety notice remains live and the stop-use advice still applies to every affected dryer that does not carry the J7 mark. The last figure OPSS published, in December 2025, was that around 85,000 of the 103,000 machines still needed the correct modification. No newer figure has been released. If you had a dryer modified before 1 August 2025, it needs modifying again.
This notice is separate from the October 2026 coroner’s report on Hoover and Candy condenser dryers, which has no recall or stop-use advice attached. Our explainer on the Hoover and Candy condenser tumble dryer coroner’s report covers that separately.
Which heat pump tumble dryers are affected by the Haier safety notice?
The notice covers built-in (integrated) heat pump tumble dryers manufactured by Haier between 2019 and 2024 and sold in the UK up to 2025. Haier owns the Hoover and Candy brands and also supplied the same dryer to kitchen retailers under their own labels, which is why eight brand names appear on one notice.
Freestanding dryers are not included. Neither are Hoover or Candy condenser or vented dryers, which are a different product and the subject of a different story.
| Brand | Affected model numbers |
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| Hoover | HTDBWH7A1TCE-80, HBTDWH7A1TCE-80, BHTD H7A1TCE-80, BHTDH7A1TCEB-80, BATDH7A1TCEB-80, BATD H7A1TCE-80, BATD H7A1TCER-80 |
| Candy | CBTD H7A1TE-80, CTDB H7A1TBE-80, BCTD H7A1TBE-80, BCTD H7A1TE-80, BCTDH7A1TCEB-80, BKTDH7A1TCEB-80 |
| Haier | HDBI H7A2TBEX-80, HDB4 H7A2TBERX80 |
| Baumatic | BBTD H7A1TE-80, BBTDH7A1TE-80 |
| Iberna | BITD H7A1TE-80, BITDH7A1TE-80 |
| Caple | TDi4000, TDi4001 |
| Montpellier | MIHP70, MIHP75 |
| Lamona (Howdens) | LAM8875, LAM8876, LAM8877, LAM8878, LAM8879 |
Model numbers are taken from the OPSS product safety reports and the Requirement to Warn notice. Your model number alone does not tell you whether your particular machine is affected, because the fault depends on production batch. The serial number check below is the only way to be sure.
What is the fault with these heat pump dryers?
OPSS describes the hazard as an internal short circuit that can occur during normal use and cause the dryer to ignite. Haier’s own notice refers to “manufacturing variations” that can result in the product catching fire.
The OPSS delivery report for 2025 to 2026 goes further and identifies the root cause as deterioration of wiring in contact with the compressor pipework. Heat pump dryers use a sealed refrigerant circuit like a fridge, and that pipework carries flammable refrigerant gas. A wire chafing through against it is a short circuit next to a fuel source, which explains why the regulator treated this as a national incident.
OPSS also states that the affected products do not meet the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, which is the legal basis for the enforcement action against Haier.
Heat pump dryers run at much lower temperatures than condenser or vented dryers and have no exposed heating element, which is why they are normally the lowest fire risk of the three. This notice is about a specific manufacturing problem on specific built-in models, not a problem with heat pump technology. Our guide to heat pump, vented and condenser tumble dryers explains the differences.
How did the Haier modification programme go wrong?
This notice has had an unusual history, and it matters because around 17,000 owners were told their dryer was fixed when it was not. If your dryer was modified in the first half of 2025, read this section carefully.
Early 2025
Haier begins a corrective action programme covering around 103,000 built-in heat pump dryers across eight brands, modifying machines in owners’ homes.
May 2025
OPSS declares a national incident. Product safety reports are published on 20 May 2025 for the Haier, Hoover and Candy models with stop-use advice.
1 August 2025
OPSS serves a Requirement to Warn notice on Haier under the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. It finds that some machines were not modified to a satisfactory standard and that for others the modification’s effectiveness cannot be determined. Haier is ordered to halt the programme and tell the roughly 17,000 owners of already-modified dryers to stop using them.
September 2025
Haier restarts with an updated modification, prioritising second visits to machines that had the first repair.
October 2025
London Fire Brigade issues its own stop-use warning. OPSS de-escalates the national incident to a monitoring group, with the programme continuing under supervision.
December 2025
OPSS and Trading Standards services across the UK repeat the stop-use message. Around 85,000 machines still need the correct modification. This remains the latest published figure.
October 2026
Notice still live. Separately, a coroner’s report on a fatal fire involving a Hoover condenser dryer puts Haier under fresh regulatory scrutiny.
How do I check whether my tumble dryer is affected?
There are two checks. The serial number check tells you whether your machine is in the affected batch. The rating plate check tells you whether it has already had the correct modification. Do both.
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Confirm it is a built-in heat pump dryer from one of the eight brands.
If it is freestanding, or a condenser or vented dryer, this notice does not apply to it.
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Find the rating plate.
Open the door and look for the sticker on the inside of the door frame. On some machines it is on the back panel instead. It shows the model number and a 16-digit serial number.
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Look for a modification mark.
The rating plate will show “J7”, “HM1” or nothing at all next to the model details. The cards below explain what each means.
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Run the serial number through the checker.
Go to productsafety.haier.co.uk and enter the 16-digit serial number. This works for all eight brands.
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If it is affected and unmodified, stop using it now.
Switch it off at the socket and unplug it if the plug is accessible. Book the modification through the checker, by phone on 0808 178 0516, or by email to recall@hoovercandy.com.
✅ “J7” on the rating plate
The current, approved modification has been applied. OPSS says no further action is needed. Keep the dryer registered so you hear about any future notices.
❌ “HM1” or no mark at all
The dryer is still affected and must not be used until modified. “HM1” means it had the first, inadequate repair before 1 August 2025 and needs the second visit. No mark means it has never been modified.
Check your serial number now
The checker takes under a minute and covers all eight brands. If your dryer is affected, you can book the free engineer visit from the same page.
What should I do if my dryer is affected?
- Stop using the dryer immediately, even if it has been working normally. The fault can occur during any cycle.
- Switch it off at the socket and unplug it if you can reach the plug. For an integrated dryer the socket is often in the adjacent cupboard.
- Book the free modification online, by phone on 0808 178 0516 or by email to recall@hoovercandy.com. Have the model and serial number ready.
- If you had a modification before 1 August 2025, book again. The first repair did not remove the risk.
- Make sure an adult will be at home for the visit. Haier says the modification typically takes about 30 minutes.
- If you no longer have the dryer, complete the disposal form on Haier’s safety page so it is removed from the programme.
- Tenants: tell your landlord or letting agent today. Landlords: check every affected property, because you are responsible for the safety of appliances you supply.
The fix involves the refrigerant circuit and wiring, and only Haier’s approved engineers can apply the J7 modification and record it against your serial number. An independent engineer cannot clear your dryer from the notice, and Whitegoods Help’s Find an Engineer service is not the route for this repair.
What are my rights if my dryer is on the safety notice?
The modification is free regardless of the dryer’s age, where you bought it or whether you were the first owner. You do not need a receipt. If Haier cannot modify your dryer for any reason, ask what alternative remedy it is offering and get the answer in writing.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 are against the retailer and run alongside the safety programme. A product that does not meet safety regulations is not of satisfactory quality, so a retailer cannot refuse to engage simply because a manufacturer programme exists. In practice the manufacturer route is faster. Our guide to consumer rights for appliances explains the detail.
If you are being kept waiting for a visit, keep a written record of every contact. Delays in a safety programme are exactly what OPSS monitors, and Trading Standards will want the detail if you complain.
Are there other tumble dryer safety notices I should know about?
Two others are relevant to UK households, and readers often confuse all three.
The long-running Whirlpool programme covers vented and condenser dryers made between April 2004 and September 2015 under those five brands, where lint could reach the heating element. Whirlpool-branded machines are not included. The programme has never formally closed and unmodified machines may still be in use. Whirlpool’s helpline is 0800 151 0905. Read our full guide to the Hotpoint and Indesit tumble dryer fire risk.
In October 2026 a coroner published a Prevention of Future Deaths report after a fatal fire linked to a Hoover DX C10DCER-80 condenser dryer, and asked Haier and OPSS to investigate similar Hoover and Candy condenser and vented dryers. There is no recall or stop-use advice. OPSS has an open investigation. Read our explainer on the Hoover and Candy condenser tumble dryer coroner’s report.
What fire safety steps apply to every tumble dryer?
Whatever the brand or type, the same habits prevent most dryer fires. UK fire services and the manufacturers agree on all of them.
Clean the filter after every load
Lint is the most common cause of dryer fires across every brand. See why a blocked filter is a fire risk.
Never run it overnight or when out
A fire that starts while you are asleep or away has nobody to catch it. This is the single most important habit.
Register the appliance
Manufacturers can only contact owners they know about. Register free at registermyappliance.org.uk.
Know the warning signs
Burning smells, very hot casing, tripping electrics or cycles taking longer than usual all mean stop and get it checked. See tumble dryer tripping the electrics.
Got a dryer fault that is not covered by a safety notice?
For any tumble dryer that is not heating, not turning, tripping the electrics or smelling hot, a local engineer can diagnose it before it becomes a bigger problem. Safety notice modifications must go through the manufacturer, but everything else can be booked here.
Safety notice
Heat pump tumble dryers contain a sealed refrigerant circuit and mains-voltage components. Do not remove panels or attempt to inspect the wiring or compressor yourself. If you smell burning or see smoke from any dryer, do not open the door, switch it off at the wall if safe to do so, leave the house and call 999.
Check any appliance you own against the GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls service. See also our DIY repair safety advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Haier heat pump tumble dryer safety notice still active in 2026?
Yes. The OPSS product safety reports and the stop-use advice remain in force for every affected dryer that has not had the J7 modification. OPSS de-escalated its national incident to a monitoring group in October 2025, but that reflects the programme being supervised rather than finished. The last published figure, from December 2025, was around 85,000 dryers still awaiting the correct modification.
How do I know if my Hoover or Candy tumble dryer is recalled?
Only built-in heat pump models are covered. Find the 16-digit serial number inside the door frame or on the back panel and enter it at productsafety.haier.co.uk. Then look at the rating plate: “J7” means it has been correctly modified, while “HM1” or no mark means it must not be used until it has. Freestanding, condenser and vented Hoover and Candy dryers are not part of this notice.
My dryer was modified in early 2025. Is it safe?
Not necessarily. OPSS found that modifications carried out before 1 August 2025 did not reliably remove the fire risk and ordered Haier to tell those owners, around 17,000 of them, to stop using their dryers. If your rating plate shows “HM1” rather than “J7”, you need a second visit. Book it through the serial number checker or on 0808 178 0516.
Is the modification free, and what does it involve?
Yes, it is free whatever the age of the dryer and whoever bought it. A Haier-appointed engineer visits your home, applies the updated modification and marks the rating plate with J7. Haier says the visit typically takes about 30 minutes and an adult must be present. Do not have the work done by anyone else, because only Haier’s engineers can record the modification against your serial number.
Is this the same as the coroner’s warning about Hoover and Candy tumble dryers?
No. The coroner’s report published in October 2026 concerns a Hoover condenser dryer involved in a fatal fire, and asks Haier and OPSS to investigate similar condenser and vented models. It carries no recall or stop-use advice. The heat pump notice on this page is a formal safety programme with a stop-use instruction. Check which type of dryer you own before deciding which applies.
What caused the fault in the Haier heat pump dryers?
OPSS describes it as an internal short circuit during normal use. Its 2025 to 2026 delivery report identifies the root cause as deterioration of wiring in contact with the compressor pipework, which carries flammable refrigerant gas. Haier’s notice refers to manufacturing variations. Haier has not published technical details of the updated modification.
Sources
- OPSS Product Safety Report 2505-0135: Haier heat pump tumble dryer, 20 May 2025, updated 1 August 2025
- OPSS Product Safety Report 2505-0138: Hoover heat pump tumble dryer, 20 May 2025, updated 1 August 2025
- OPSS Product Safety Report 2505-0143: Candy heat pump tumble dryer, 20 May 2025, updated 1 August 2025
- OPSS Requirement to Warn notice served on Haier Smart Home UK & I Ltd, 1 August 2025
- OPSS Delivery Report 2025 to 2026, GOV.UK
- London Fire Brigade: stop using certain heat pump tumble dryers, 22 October 2025
- Urgent safety check for 85,000 tumble dryers, OPSS release via Leicester City Council Trading Standards, 11 December 2025
- Haier UK product safety notice and serial number checker
- Sohaib Ahmed and Manahal Ahmed: Prevention of Future Deaths report, Courts and Tribunals Judiciary, published 19 October 2026 (condenser dryer section)
Beko & Blomberg tumble dryer safety notice
A safety notice covers a number of Beko and Blomberg 8kg and 9kg condenser tumble dryers manufactured between May and November 2012. A faulty internal component can cause a fire. If your dryer is one of the listed models, stop using it, check it against the manufacturer’s online tool, and arrange the free 30-minute repair through Beko or Blomberg directly.
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, Whitegoods Help recommends you check whether your dryer is affected and arrange the free repair as soon as possible.
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.
Which Beko and Blomberg dryer models are affected?
The safety notice applies to five specific model numbers across both brands. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the door opening or on the rear of the appliance.
- Beko DCU9330W
- Beko DCU9330R
- Beko DCU8230
- Blomberg DSC85W
- Blomberg TKF8439A
Only dryers manufactured between May 2012 and November 2012 are affected. Dryers with these model numbers made outside that production window do not require the modification, but the manufacturer’s check tool is the definitive way to confirm.
If you are not sure where to look, our guide on how to find an appliance model number covers the common locations on tumble dryers.
What should you do if your dryer is affected?
Three short steps. None of them costs anything - the manufacturer covers the repair in full regardless of guarantee status.
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Find the model and serial numbers. Check the label inside the door opening or on the rear of the appliance. Write down the full model number, serial number, and production date if shown.
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Check the manufacturer’s online tool. Beko and Blomberg both run a check page where you enter the model and serial number to confirm whether your specific dryer is affected. Links are in the alert below.
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Stop using the dryer and book the free repair. If the dryer is confirmed affected, stop using it immediately and arrange the free repair through the manufacturer. The component replacement takes around 30 minutes.
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.
Can you keep using the dryer while you wait?
No. If your specific dryer is confirmed affected by the check tool, the manufacturer advice is clear: stop using it immediately and do not run it again until the modification has been completed. The risk is real - tumble dryer fires from this period have caused house fires.
Whether or not your dryer is part of this specific safety notice, the general advice on tumble dryers always applies. Never leave one running while out of the house or asleep, clean the lint filter after every load, and have a working smoke alarm in the area. See our guide on the wider tumble dryer fire-risk safety notices covering other brands and models.
These dryers are now well over a decade old and many will have changed hands, been given away, or be in use in a second home, holiday let, or rental property where the original safety notice never reached the current owner. If you know of an old Beko or Blomberg condenser tumble dryer from 2012, please share this notice with whoever uses it.
Other current tumble dryer and appliance safety notices
Beko and Blomberg are not the only brands to have issued tumble dryer safety notices. If you own an older dryer from a different brand, it is worth checking whether it is part of an active recall too.
Frequently asked questions
Which Beko and Blomberg tumble dryer models are affected by the safety notice?
The notice covers five models: Beko DCU9330W, Beko DCU9330R, Beko DCU8230, Blomberg DSC85W, and Blomberg TKF8439A. Only dryers in these model ranges manufactured between May 2012 and November 2012 are affected. The manufacturer’s online check tool is the definitive way to confirm whether your specific dryer requires the repair.
How do I check whether my specific dryer is affected?
Beko and Blomberg both run an online check page where you enter the model and serial number from the rating plate. If the links in this article are no longer active, contact the manufacturer directly through their official website. Our guide on how to find an appliance model number shows where the rating plate sits on most tumble dryers.
Is the Beko or Blomberg tumble dryer repair free of charge?
Yes. Manufacturer-issued safety modifications are always free to the owner, regardless of how old the appliance is or whether the original guarantee has expired. You do not need a receipt or any proof of purchase to claim the repair.
How long does the safety modification take?
The component replacement itself takes approximately 30 minutes once the engineer is on site. The wait for an appointment can be longer depending on demand, particularly when a safety notice is first publicised - book as early as possible.
Can I keep using my dryer until the engineer arrives?
No. If your dryer is confirmed affected, the manufacturer advice is to stop using it immediately and not to use it again until the repair is complete. The fault is a fire risk and the precaution applies even though the modification appointment may be days or weeks away.
What if I bought the tumble dryer second-hand?
The safety modification applies to the appliance regardless of who owns it now. If you bought it second-hand, contact Beko or Blomberg directly with the model and serial number - they will arrange the free repair. You do not need any paperwork from the previous owner.
Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryers fire risk
A safety notice covers Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryers manufactured between March and April 2016. The heating element in affected dryers can overheat and catch fire. If you have one, unplug it immediately and contact Currys - who sell the Logik brand exclusively - to arrange the free safety repair.
A safety notice has been issued for Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryers manufactured between March and April 2016. The heating element in affected dryers can overheat and, in some cases, catch fire. Whitegoods Help recommends that anyone with this model stops using it immediately and arranges the free repair through Currys.
Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryers manufactured between March 2016 and April 2016 have been identified with a serious safety issue. The heating element can overheat and catch fire. Unplug the dryer and do not use it again until it has been made safe by Currys.
Which Logik tumble dryer models are affected?
The safety notice applies to one specific model and a tight production window. Dryers with this model number made outside the window are not part of the notice.
- Logik LVD7W15 manufactured between March 2016 and April 2016
Logik is a brand sold exclusively through Currys in the UK, which is why the recall is handled through Currys rather than a separate manufacturer. The model number and serial number are printed on a label behind the dryer door.
If you cannot see the label clearly, our guide on how to find an appliance model number covers the common label locations on tumble dryers.
What should you do if you own one?
Three short steps. The repair itself is fully covered by Currys regardless of how long ago you bought the dryer.
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Stop using the dryer and unplug it. Pull the plug at the wall immediately. Do not run it again, even briefly, until the safety repair has been completed.
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Find the model and serial numbers. Look on the label behind the door. Write down the full model number and the serial number - you will need both to book the repair.
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Contact Currys to arrange the free safety repair. The original campaign phone number was 0344 561 6202. Quote your serial number and the postcode you used at purchase. If the number is no longer active, use Currys’ main customer service channels via their website.
The number 0344 561 6202 was set up specifically for this safety notice and may have been retired since. If you cannot reach it, contact Currys through their main customer service channels or visit the Currys website for current contact details for the safety campaign.
Original contact hours when the campaign launched were Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 6pm, and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Calls were charged at local rates.
Can you keep using the dryer while you wait for the repair?
No. The risk of fire is the reason the dryer has been recalled - it is not a precautionary checkup. Leave the dryer unplugged and do not run it for any reason until Currys has carried out the repair.
Whether or not your dryer is part of this specific safety notice, the general advice on tumble dryers always applies. Never leave one running while out of the house or asleep, clean the lint filter after every load, and keep a working smoke alarm in the area. See our wider list of tumble dryer fire-risk safety notices covering other brands and models.
If you know anyone who has a Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryer, please share this notice with them immediately. These dryers are now several years old and may have changed hands, been given away, or be in use in a second home, holiday let, or rental property where the original safety notice never reached the current owner.
Other current tumble dryer and appliance safety notices
Logik is one of several brands to have issued a tumble dryer safety notice in recent years. If you own an older dryer from a different brand, it is worth checking whether it is part of an active recall too.
Frequently asked questions
Which Logik tumble dryer models are affected by the safety notice?
The notice covers the Logik LVD7W15 only, and only those units manufactured between March 2016 and April 2016. Dryers with the same model number made outside that production window are not part of the recall, but the model and serial number on the label behind the door are the definitive way to confirm.
How do I check whether my specific Logik dryer is affected?
Find the model and serial number on the label behind the dryer door, then contact Currys with both numbers and the postcode you used at purchase. Currys will check the production date against the recall list and arrange the free repair if your dryer is affected. Our guide on how to find an appliance model number covers the typical label locations.
Is the Logik safety repair free of charge?
Yes. Safety repairs are always free regardless of how old the appliance is or whether the original guarantee has expired. You do not need a receipt or proof of purchase - Currys can locate the original purchase from your postcode and the dryer’s serial number.
Can I keep using my Logik LVD7W15 while waiting for the repair?
No. The dryer is recalled because the heating element can overheat and catch fire - this is an active safety risk, not a precautionary check. Unplug it and leave it unplugged until the repair has been carried out, even if the appointment is days or weeks away.
What if I bought the Logik dryer second-hand?
The safety repair applies to the appliance regardless of who owns it now. If you bought it second-hand, contact Currys directly with the model and serial number - they will arrange the free repair without needing any paperwork from the previous owner. You may need to provide your own current address and postcode rather than the original purchase postcode.
What if the Currys phone number for the safety notice is no longer working?
Dedicated safety campaign numbers are often retired once the bulk of affected units have been repaired. If 0344 561 6202 is no longer in service, contact Currys through their main customer service number or website, mention that you have a Logik LVD7W15 tumble dryer subject to a safety notice, and they will route you to the right team.
Hotpoint Creda & Indesit Tumble Dryer Fire Risk
This is one of the largest appliance fire risk safety notices ever issued in the UK. It covers potentially millions of Hotpoint, Creda and Indesit tumble dryers, along with some lesser-known related brands. All are part of the same manufacturing group - Whirlpool. If you own one of these brands and your dryer was made between April 2004 and September 2015, you need to check whether it is affected.
Whirlpool have updated their advice and now recommend that owners of affected dryers do not use them until the modification has been carried out. Do not wait to have this checked. Use the links below to verify your model.
What Is the Risk?
Whirlpool issued the following statement about the affected dryers:
“A potential concern with two types of tumble dryers manufactured between April 2004 and September 2015. In some rare cases, excess fluff can come into contact with the heating element and present a risk of fire.”
In practice, tumble dryers - particularly condenser dryers - can accumulate significant amounts of fluff inside over time. This can result from poor filter design, damaged filters, or filters not being cleaned after every use. When this build-up contacts the heating element, there is a risk of ignition.
Which Tumble Dryers Are Affected?
Affected brands: Hotpoint | Indesit | Creda | Proline | Swan
Manufacture dates: April 2004 to September 2015
Over 100 different models are covered by this notice. It is safe to say that most Hotpoint, Creda and Indesit tumble dryers made between these dates are likely to be affected.
This does not guarantee your dryer is unaffected. Dryers can sit in stock for some time after manufacture before being sold. The date that matters is when the machine was manufactured, not when it was purchased. Check your model using the links below.
How to Check If Your Dryer Is Affected
Find the model number and serial number on the label inside the door opening and enter them into the relevant manufacturer website:
Follow any instructions provided after entering your details.
What Is the Green Spot Sticker?
Check your tumble dryer for a small green spot sticker - look inside the door, near the door seal, or anywhere on the machine including the back. A green spot sticker indicates that the fault has already been addressed on that machine, most likely by an engineer who carried out a modification prior to the formal announcement of the safety notice. If a green sticker is present, the modification is likely to have been done - though it is still worth checking through the official process to confirm.
Is It Safe to Keep Using an Affected Dryer?
The original safety notice stated that consumers could continue using their dryers provided they were not left unattended while operating. Whirlpool subsequently updated this position, advising that owners of affected dryers should not use them at all until the modification has been carried out. This is the only responsible approach - if the dryer has not been checked and modified, the safest course is not to use it.
If the machine has not been checked and a fire starts, you need to be present and able to deal with it. If you must use the dryer before the modification is done, remain present at all times and ensure you have a suitable means of dealing with a fire. If this is not possible, do not use the machine.
Update: Government-Ordered Recall
Following sustained campaigning by Which?, the UK government took the unprecedented step of ordering Whirlpool to recall affected dryers. This is covered in the BBC’s report: Whirlpool told to recall dryers in ‘unprecedented’ government move.
General Advice on Tumble Dryer Filter Maintenance
This safety notice underlines the importance of filter maintenance on all tumble dryers - not just those covered by this notice. Filters must be cleaned after every use. Condenser dryers in particular can have several filters, some of them not immediately obvious and located behind panels or doors. Blocked or neglected filters cause overheating and increase fire risk.
Whitegoods Help has always advised against leaving any washing machine, tumble dryer or dishwasher running unsupervised - and this safety notice confirms why that advice matters.
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Siemens Tumble Dryer Fire Risk
Siemens issued a safety notice regarding a potential fire hazard in certain tumble dryers manufactured in 2002. If you own a Siemens tumble dryer that may have been made in 2002, check whether it is affected and contact Siemens directly.
Siemens’ own description of the risk: “An electrical component on a limited number of Siemens branded tumble dryers manufactured in 2002 may overheat and in very rare cases cause a potential fire hazard.”
Which Models Are Affected?
Siemens did not release specific model numbers with this safety notice, which makes it more difficult for owners to confirm whether their machine is affected. Siemens stated that affected dryers were manufactured in 2002.
Two points to bear in mind when checking:
- If the dryer was purchased before 2002, it is unlikely to be affected.
- If it was purchased in 2003, it is still possible it was manufactured in 2002 - always check the manufacturing date on the serial number plate rather than the purchase date.
The original Siemens safety notice page has been deleted or moved and is no longer accessible. If you have a Siemens tumble dryer from this period and are concerned, contact Siemens directly via their main website to establish whether your specific model is affected and what action to take.
More appliance safety notices
Beko condenser tumble dryer safety notice
Beko 6kg and 7kg condenser tumble dryers purchased between May and October 2012 are subject to a fire risk safety notice. Beko is offering a free modification to affected machines. Check whether your machine is affected using the Beko dryer safety checker and arrange the modification as a priority.
Beko has issued a fire risk safety notice covering 6kg and 7kg condenser tumble dryers purchased between May and October 2012. Beko’s own advice is to stop using any potentially affected dryer immediately and disconnect it from the wall socket. Do not use it again until a free modification has been carried out.
Which Machines Are Affected?
- Type: Beko condenser tumble dryers
- Drum sizes: 6kg and 7kg models
- Purchase period: May 2012 to October 2012
Not all machines sold in this period will be affected - the Beko safety checker allows you to verify whether your specific model and serial number are within the affected batch. The checker and full details of what to do are on the Beko dryer safety page.
Visit the Beko dryer safety checker to enter your model number and confirm whether your machine is affected. If the safety checker page is no longer available - manufacturer safety pages are sometimes removed after the initial publicity period - contact Beko customer services directly with your model number and purchase date.
What to Do
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Stop using the dryer immediately if you believe it may have been purchased between May and October 2012 and is a 6kg or 7kg condenser model.
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Disconnect it from the wall socket. Beko’s specific advice is to unplug the machine as a precaution - do not leave it plugged in even if not in use.
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Check whether your machine is affected using the Beko dryer safety checker or by contacting Beko directly.
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Arrange the free modification. Beko is carrying out a free modification on affected machines. Contact them to arrange an engineer visit.
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Do not use the dryer again until the modification has been confirmed as completed by an engineer.
If you know someone who has a Beko condenser dryer purchased around this period, pass this information on. Safety notice pages are often removed by manufacturers once the initial publicity subsides, meaning owners who were not aware at the time may never discover that their machine was affected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my Beko tumble dryer is affected?
The affected machines are 6kg and 7kg Beko condenser tumble dryers purchased between May and October 2012. Use the Beko dryer safety checker to enter your model and serial number and confirm whether your specific machine is in the affected batch. If the safety checker page is no longer accessible, contact Beko customer services with your model number and purchase date.
Can I keep using my Beko dryer while waiting for the modification?
No. Beko’s own advice is to stop using the dryer immediately and disconnect it from the wall socket. This is the manufacturer’s specific instruction and should be followed until an engineer has confirmed the modification has been completed.
Is the modification free of charge?
Yes. Beko is carrying out the modification free of charge on all affected machines. Contact Beko to arrange an engineer visit.