Over 120,000 Popular Refrigerators Recalled Following Fatal Fires
Washington, Friday, 31 July 2026.
Federal safety regulators recalled over 121,000 Galanz retro refrigerators sold at Amazon and Home Depot after electrical shorts caused 34 fires and one fatality. Consumers should unplug units immediately.
Federal Regulators Announce Nationwide Refrigerator Recall
On July 30, 2026, federal safety authorities announced a mandatory recall of approximately 121,680 Galanz Retro Refrigerators due to severe fire hazards [1][2]. The appliances were distributed primarily through Amazon (AMZN) and Home Depot (HD) between January 2019 and September 2022 [3]. This enforcement action follows official reports linking the units to 34 fires and one fatality across the United States [1][4]. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) indicated that internal electrical components can short-circuit and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death [2][3].
Identifying Affected Models and Dimensions
Consumers are advised to check specific model numbers including BCD-215V-62H and GLR76TRDER to determine if their unit is affected [2][4]. The recalled refrigerators measure approximately 1.47 meters in height, 0.61 meters in depth, and 0.53 meters in width [3]. Identification relies on date codes ranging from December 2018 through December 2020, printed on a white label on the upper left-hand corner on the back of the unit [1]. The units were available in black, blue, red, and white finishes during the sales period [3][4].
Economic Impact and Safety Risks
The refrigerators were priced between $330 and $520 at the time of sale across various retail channels [1]. Based on the recalled volume of 121,680 units, the total retail value of the affected inventory ranges from 40.154 million to 63.274 million [3]. This incident underscores heightened regulatory scrutiny and financial liability risks for major retail platforms overseeing third-party supply chains [2]. The CPSC noted that one fire incident resulted in a fatality according to local fire department reports [1][4].
Consumer Remediation Steps
Owners are advised to unplug and stop using the refrigerators immediately until a qualified technician completes a repair [1]. Galanz Americas offers a free in-home repair service which can be scheduled via their dedicated website or customer service line [4]. Consumers may contact the company at 888-462-0579 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday [2]. This recall serves as a critical reminder for consumers to verify appliance safety certifications and monitor regulatory announcements [3][4].