Air conditioner may catch fire
Defect Summary
Ge appliances, a haier company (ge appliances) is recalling certain recreational vehicle air conditioners, equipped with a soft start device with part number icm870-16a-bh5400. please see the attached 573 recall report for the full list of air conditioner models. the air conditioner soft start device may fail and overheat.
Safety Consequence
An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Vehicle manufacturers will install a new correct icm controls icm870-1a-bh5400 soft start unit, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 11, 2024. owners may contact ge customer service at 1-800-772-7262.
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FAQ: Recall 24E071000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24E071000?
NHTSA recall 24E071000 was issued by Ge Appliances, A Haier Company on August 26, 2024. It addresses: Air conditioner may catch fire. The recall affects approximately 4,963 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ge Appliances, A Haier Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24E071000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.