Branch Recalls Ergonomic Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The backrests of the chairs can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Midea About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners was recalled on June 5, 2025 in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission because pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of…


This recall involves U and U+ Window Air Conditioners made by Midea and sold in brand names including Midea, Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze. The air conditioners are designed to fit in windows. They were sold in three sizes of cooling power: 8,000, 10,000 and 12,000 BTU. The air conditioners are white and measure about 22 inches wide and 14 inches high. The brand name is printed on the units. The model number can be found on a label on the front right side of the unit when facing the air conditioner. They were sold with remote controls and can be controlled by a mobile app. The following brands and model numbers are included in this recall: Midea Model Numbers MAW08AV1QWT MAW08AV1QWT-C MAW08U1QWT MAW08V1QWT MAW08V1QWT-S MAW08V1QWT-T MAW08W1QWT MAW10U1QWT MAW10V1QWT MAW10W1QWT MAW12AV1QWT MAW12AV1QWT-C MAW12U1QWT MAW12V1QWT MAW12V1QWT-M MAW12V1QWT-S MAW12W1QWT Comfort Aire Model Numbers RXTS-101A RXTS-121A RXTS-81A Danby Model Numbers DAC080B6IWDB-6 DAC080B7IWDB-6 DAC100B6IWDB-6 Frigidaire Model Numbers GHWQ085WD1 GHWQ105WD1 GHWQ125WD1 Insignia Model Numbers NS-AC8WU3 NS-AC8WU3-C Keystone Model Numbers KSTAW08UA KSTAW10UA KSTAW12UA LBG Products Model Number QB-8K CO Mr. Cool Model Numbers MWUC08T115 MWUC10T115 MWUC12T115 Perfect Aire Model Numbers 1PACU10000 1PACU12000 1PACU8000 Sea Breeze Model Numbers MWAUQB-12CRFN8-BCN10 WAU310YREX WAU312YREX WAU38YREX
Units affected: About 1.7 million (In addition, about 45,900 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold: Costco, Menards, Home Depot, Best Buy and other stores nationwide and online at Midea.com, Amazon.com, Costco.com, Menards.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com, Walmart.com, BJs.com, BestBuy.com and other websites from March 2020 through May 2025 for between $280 and $500.
Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.
Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers.
Consumers with the recalled air conditioners should immediately contact Midea for a free repair or a full or prorated refund, which will be based on the purchase date or date of manufacture. Consumers who want a refund will be requested to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or submit a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit to receive a refund. Consumers who continue using the air conditioners while awaiting a repair should visit www.MideaUrecall.expertinquiry.com for instructions on how to inspect their unit prior to continuing use. (Remedy: Refund, Repair)
Contact: Midea toll-free at 888-345-0256 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at midea4028@midea.com, online at www.MideaUrecall.expertinquiry.com or www.midea.com/us and click on "RECALL INFORMATION" for more information.
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View official notice →The backrests of the chairs can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The snubber circuit can emit flames if it shorts, posing a risk of serious injury due to fire hazard.
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risks of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standards as required by the STURDY Act.
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risks of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standards as required by the STURDY Act.
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