Costco members who purchased certain U-shaped window air conditioners are being told to stop using them immediately due to a mold hazard that could pose serious health risks, including respiratory infections and allergic reactions.
The recall affects Danby brand AC units, model DAC080B6IWDB-6, sold at Costco between June 10, 2021, and February 2, 2022, according to supplier Midea America Corp. The company says a design flaw allows water to pool inside the units rather than drain properly, creating conditions for mold to grow inside the appliance.
The warning comes amid a broader recall of Midea’s U-shaped air conditioners across multiple retail outlets. Health risks associated with mold exposure include coughing, wheezing, skin or eye irritation, and more serious complications for individuals with compromised immune systems.
Customers are instructed to:
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Immediately discontinue use of the affected AC unit
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Contact Midea at 1-888-345-0256 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET)
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Visit www.MideaUrecall.expertinquiry.com for recall instructions
Depending on the unit, customers may be eligible for a free repair kit, a full or prorated refund, or may return the product directly to any Costco warehouse for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
The air conditioners were sold both in stores and online. Danby is one of several brand labels under which the recalled Midea units were sold nationwide.