About 1.7 million window air conditioners made by Midea are being recalled due to risks of mold exposure, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly, leading to the growth of mold that can cause respiratory issues, according to CPSC.
“The firm is aware of at least 152 reports of mold in the air conditioners, including 17 reports of consumers experiencing symptoms such as respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing and/or sore throats from mold exposure,” the commission wrote on its website.
The recall involves U and U+ Window Air Conditioners that are made by Midea and sold in several brand names, including Midea, Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire and Sea Breeze, according to the commission.
They were sold at stores including Costco, Menards, Home Depot and Best Buy and other stores nationwide and online at Midea.com, Amazon.com, Costco.com, Menards.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com, Walmart.com, BJs.com, BestBuy.com and other websites between March 2020 and May 2025.
Customers should contact Midea immediately for a free repair or a full or prorated refund, depending on when the air conditioner was purchased.
A list of the affected models can be found on the recall announcement here.
