With a burned-out dishwasher and a kitchen smelling of smoke, one homeowner went to Reddit looking for answers.
Here's what to know
The homeowner shared the incident in a Reddit post in r/Appliances, saying they had owned the dishwasher since 2019. The fire appeared to have caused little visible damage beyond the appliance itself, which was no longer under warranty.
The original poster wrote, "I was really enjoying my dishwasher until it caught fire. So, it's fried and my kitchen smells like burning garbage… I count myself fortunate that my family and I are fine and we still have a home."
The OP then added, "I'm wondering what you all might recommend for next steps with the company."
The top comment suggested, "Report it to [SaferProducts.gov] It sounds like you want to 'take steps with the company' … If you really want to pursue anything a product liability attorney might write a strong letter or something but the damage here is relatively minor."
Several others also suggested reporting it to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission via the above website.
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Another Redditor wrote, "Not sure how I'm the first to suggest this but call LG customer service!"
"Assuming you checked for recalls on the model?" a third commenter added.
The OP responded that they had, but none showed up.
Other commenters shared similar accounts of dishwasher fire hazards, including safety notices and recalls involving different brands.
The discussion also included a suggestion to file a Better Business Bureau complaint. One commenter said that approach helped them obtain $2,195 back from a refrigerator manufacturer.
Where can I learn more?
Appliance fires and costly breakdowns have left other homeowners with questions about repairs and warranty coverage.
• A Virginia homeowner says a recalled range turned on before a fire.
• A refrigerator owner reported two compressor failures after paying $3,000 for the appliance.
• Another U.S. homeowner discovered their dishwasher was connected to cold water, sparking debate.
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