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 six-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 items 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.
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