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THIS SECTION IS FOR NEWS AND INTERESTING STORIES RELATED TO FOOD, NUTRITION AND FOOD PROCESSING. THEY ARE NOT NECESSARILY RELATED TO KOSHER BUT MAY BE OF INTEREST TO THE KOSHER CONSUMER, MANUFACTURER OR MASHGIACH.

Curtis International Expands Recall of Frigidaire-brand Minifridges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

January 15, 2026 from the CPSC :

Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers have been recalled because the minifridges’ internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards.

Consumer Contact: Curtis International Ltd. toll-free at 888-727-0198 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recall@curtiscs.com, or online at www.recallrtr.com/minifridge for more information.

Description: This recall expansion involves Curtis International 6-can minifridge model EFMIS121. This is in addition to certain minifridges 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 minifridge. This recall includes only the serial numbers identified below. The minifridges were sold in red at Target stores.
Model Number: EFMIS121
Serial Number: Between A2001 to A2310

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled minifridges and follow the instructions to register for a refund at www.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 minifridges in accordance with local and state regulations.

Incidents/Injuries: Curtis International has received at least six reports of the model EFMIS121 minifridges catching fire, with property damages.

Sold At: Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2020 through October 2023 for around $30.

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