2.8 Million Samsung washing machines recalled due to risk of explosion

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Samsung are recalling millions of Samsung’s top-loading washing machines after reports that 730 units exploded. The CPSC announced the news on Good Morning America. At least nine people were hurt.

The recall affects 34 of Samsung’s top-loading models which were sold from March 2011 to November 2016.

In a statement, Samsung told “GMA” Investigates: “Samsung is moving quickly to offer safe and easy choices to consumers impacted by the recall. Our priority is to minimize any safety risk and address the conditions that lead to the rare instance when the top of the washer unexpectedly separates from the unit.

Anyone who has one of the washing machines included in the recall should contact Samsung at 866-264-5636 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET, or online at www.Samsung.com and click on the recall notice at the top of the page for more information.

The company will offer a free, in-home repair to reinforce the affected washer’s top, a rebate to be applied towards the purchase of a new washing machine –of any brand — or a full refund for those who bought the machine within the past 30 days.

The news comes months after Samsung announced recalls of its Galaxy Note 7 phones over explosion concerns.