Frigidaire recall: 964,000 mini-fridges sold at Target pose a serious risk

Almost 1 million Frigidaire mini-fridges are being recalled because they pose the potential to catch fire, according to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released on Thursday. The notice expands an earlier recall from 2024.

Canada-based Curtis International is recalling another 330,000 mini-fridges, on top of the 634,000 units it recalled back in July of 2024. The company has received at least six reports of the model EFMIS121 mini-fridges catching fire and resulting in property damage, per the CPSC notice.

The mini-fridges were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2020 through October 2023, for around $30.

What is the reason for the Frigidaire recall?

The mini-fridges’ internal electrical components can short-circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards. 

What are the product details?

This recall covers Curtis International 6-can Frigidaire-brand Mini-Fridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers, in addition to certain mini-fridges with model numbers EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149, and EFMIS175 that were previously recalled.

“Frigidaire” is printed on the front of the units. The model and serial numbers are on a label on the back of the mini-fridge.

This recall includes only the serial numbers identified below. The mini-fridges were sold in the color red at Target stores. 

• Brand and product name: Frigidaire-brand Mini-Fridges, model EFMIS121 (plus EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149, and EFMIS175 from a previous recall)
• Units: About 330,000
• Manufacturer: ShangYu North Electron Manufacture Co. Ltd. of China
• Importer: Curtis International Ltd. of Canada  
• Manufactured in: China
• Recall number: 26-199
• Recall Date: January 15, 2026

What to do if you own one of the mini-fridges

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini-fridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at recallrtr.com/minifridge.

Consumers should unplug and cut the power cord and write “Recall” using a permanent marker on the front door of the unit.

Consumers should dispose of the recalled mini-fridges in accordance with local and state regulations.

source https://www.fastcompany.com/91476527/frigidaire-recall-964000-minifridges-sold-at-target-pose-serious-risk