Whirlpool Dryer Recall 2015 Safety Alert

<h2>Quick Facts</h2> <table> <tbody> <tr><td><strong>Brand</strong></td><td>Whirlpool</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>Appliance</strong></td><td>Dryer</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>Year</strong></td><td>2015</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>CPSC <a href="https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Recall</a> #</strong></td><td>15-069</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>Type</strong></td><td>CPSC Recall</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>Units Affected</strong></td><td>Approximately 519,000 dryers across Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, and Admiral brands</td></tr> <tr><td><strong>Severity</strong></td><td>Critical — Immediate Action Required</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <h2>What Is the Risk?</h2> <p><strong>Quick answer:</strong> <a href="https://www.whirlpool.com/support.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Whirlpool dryer</a> recall affecting approximately 519,000 units due to fire risk. Free replacement available. Check your model number below.</p> <p>The lint screen housing has a gap that allows lint to bypass the filter and accumulate in the heating element chamber. Over time, this lint can ignite during the drying cycle. Whirlpool received 75 reports of lint accumulation near the heater and 16 reports of fire.</p> <p><strong>This is a critical safety hazard.</strong> If your Whirlpool dryer is affected, take immediate action as described below. Do not delay — fire-related hazards can cause property damage, injury, or loss of life. CPSC recall remedies are always free — there is no reason to postpone.</p> <h2>Affected Model Numbers</h2> <p>The following Whirlpool model numbers are included in this recall. Check your model number on the rating plate and compare it against this list:</p> <table> <thead><tr><th colspan="4">Affected Models</th></tr></thead> <tbody> <tr><td><code>WED4815EW</code></td><td><code>WED4915EW</code></td><td><code>WED5000DW</code></td><td><code>WGD4815EW</code></td></tr> <tr><td><code>WGD4915EW</code></td><td><code>WGD5000DW</code></td><td><code>MEDC215EW</code></td><td><code>MEDX655DW</code></td></tr> <tr><td><code>MGDC215EW</code></td><td><code>MGDX655DW</code></td><td><code>NED4655EW</code></td><td><code>NGD4655EW</code></td></tr> <tr><td><code>AED4475TQ</code></td><td><code>AGD4475TQ</code></td><td></td><td></td></tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>Important:</strong> This list may not be exhaustive. Some recalls are updated after the initial announcement to add newly identified model numbers. Always verify your specific model and serial number with Whirlpool directly or on the CPSC recall notice.</p> <h2>What to Do Right Now</h2> <p>If your Whirlpool dryer model number matches the list above, take these steps immediately:</p> <ol> <li>Check your dryer model against the affected list — WED/WGD (Whirlpool), MED/MGD (Maytag), NED/NGD (Amana), AED/AGD (Admiral)</li> <li>Clean the lint filter before every load — this is critical even without a recall</li> <li>Do not run the dryer unattended, especially overnight</li> <li>Register at whirlpool.com/support/product-recalls or call 1-866-698-2538</li> </ol> <h2>How to Get the Free Recall Repair</h2> <p>Free replacement lint screen housing and professional cleaning of the heating element chamber. Whirlpool ships parts and dispatches authorized technicians for installation.</p> <p>Key points about the recall remedy process:</p> <ul> <li>The repair, replacement, or refund is <strong>completely free</strong> — you pay nothing for parts or labor.</li> <li>You do <strong>not need the original receipt</strong> for CPSC recalls. The model and serial number are sufficient to verify eligibility.</li> <li>The recall applies regardless of whether you are the original purchaser. Second owners, tenants, and landlords are all eligible.</li> <li>CPSC recalls <strong>never expire</strong>. Even if this recall was announced years ago, you can still get the free repair if your unit was never serviced.</li> <li>If the manufacturer does not respond within 30 days, file a complaint at <a href="https://www.saferproducts.gov">SaferProducts.gov</a> or call CPSC at 1-800-638-2772.</li> </ul> <h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3>How can I tell if lint is accumulating near my dryer heating element?</h3> <p>Signs include: the dryer takes longer than usual to dry clothes, the outside of the dryer feels hotter than normal, clothes come out excessively hot, or you smell a burning lint odor. If you remove the back panel (power off first), you can visually inspect the heating element area for lint accumulation. Any lint visible near the heating element is a fire hazard.</p> <hr> <p><strong>Worried about your dryer? Our certified technicians can inspect your Whirlpool dryer, verify recall status, and ensure safe operation.</strong> <a href="/book">Book a safety inspection at /book</a>.</p> <p>Our service data across the [Sacramento](/sacramento/sacramento) and Bay Area markets confirms whirlpool dryer recall 2015 safety alert

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