1.7 Million Air Conditioners Were Just Recalled Over Mold Risk—Check If You Own One Affected units were sold at Costco, Best Buy, Amazon, and more. Here’s how to check your model and get a refund or repair
Midea is recalling 1.7 million air conditioners sold nationwide due to mold risk that can cause respiratory issues
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- Midea is recalling 1.7 million air conditioners over mold risk
- The units were sold under brand names like Frigidaire, Danby, Insignia, and more.
- Mold exposure may cause respiratory issues like coughing or allergic reactions in some people.
Midea is recalling about 1.7 million air conditioners sold in the U.S., plus another 45,900 sold in Canada, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
On June 5, Midea announced the shape of their U and U+ Window Air Conditioners may make them prone to mold growth that "poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to customers."
Keep reading to learn more—or jump to the Frequently Asked Questions below.
Which Air Conditioners Were Recalled?
The affected units were made by Midea. They are white and measure about 22 inches wide and 14 inches high.
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The air conditioners can be identified by the following brand names and model numbers:
| Brand Name | Model Number |
|---|---|
| Midea | |
| 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 | |
| RXTS-101A | |
| RXTS-121A | |
| RXTS-81A | |
| Danby | |
| DAC080B6IWDB-6 | |
| DAC080B7IWDB-6 | |
| DAC100B6IWDB-6 | |
| Frigidaire | |
| GHWQ085WD1 | |
| GHWQ105WD1 | |
| GHWQ125WD1 | |
| Insignia | |
| NS-AC8WU3 | |
| NS-AC8WU3-C | |
| Keystone | |
| KSTAW08UA | |
| KSTAW10UA | |
| KSTAW12UA | |
| LBG Products | |
| QB-8K CO | |
| Mr. Cool | |
| MWUC08T115 | |
| MWUC10T115 | |
| MWUC12T115 | |
| Perfect Aire | |
| 1PACU10000 | |
| 1PACU12000 | |
| 1PACU8000 | |
| Sea Breeze | |
| MWAUQB-12CRFN8-BCN10 | |
| WAU310YREX | |
| WAU312YREX | |
| WAU38YREX |
The air conditioners were sold in three sizes of cooling power: 8,000 BTU, 10,000 BTU, and 12,000 BTU.
They were available nationwide at stores like Costco, Menards, Home Depot, and Best Buy, and at online retailers like Amazon, Lowes.com, Walmart.com, and BJs.com.
The units were sold between March 2020 and May 2025, and ran between $280 and $500.
Why Were They Recalled?
The design of the U-shaped air conditioners can sometimes prevent water from properly draining quickly enough, resulting in mold growth.
Exposure to mold can pose respiratory issues or the risk of other infections to some consumers.
So far, there have been 152 reports of mold in the air conditioners, including 17 consumers who have experienced symptoms from mold exposure, including:
- Respiratory infections
- Allergic reactions
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
What You Should Do Now
Consumers either choose to repair the recalled unit or get a refund.
- Repair: Midea will provide a technician to repair the unit or send customers a repair kit. If you're using the unit while you wait for a repair, Midea provided instructions on how to inspect the unit for mold on their website.
- Refund: Consumers will be instructed to submit photo evidence of the recalled product and then dispose of it or return the unit to Midea with a free pre-paid label.
FAQs
How do I know if my air conditioner is affected?
Check the brand and model number on the product label. Compare it to the list above.
What symptoms does mold exposure cause?
Coughing, sneezing, sore throat, allergic reactions, and respiratory infections.
Where were these AC units sold?
Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Home Depot, and other major retailers.
This story originally appeared on: Health News - Author:Amber Brenza
