Updated 2026-10-15

Is Frigidaire a good brand?

Mixed

6 CPSC recalls in the last 36 months.

Frigidaire, owned by Electrolux and founded in 1918, is a home appliance brand whose products Amazon owners rate highly. Its weak spot is safety: the CPSC lists 23 recalls naming Frigidaire, 6 of them in the last three years, including gas and electric ranges, side by side refrigerators and Frigidaire-brand minifridges.

Recall counts are not adjusted for sales volume. How the verdict works

Recalls in 3 years

6

Safety record: Frequent. Source: CPSC.

Owner satisfaction

High

From ratings of 20 most-rated products on Amazon.

Trustpilot

1.2/5

593 reviews. Rates Frigidaire's own store and service, not the products. See on Trustpilot

What owners say about Frigidaire

Verbatim quotes. Trustpilot quotes are the newest positive and negative reviews; they rate the brand's own store and service.

Had to buy a new refrigerator, decided on another Frigidaire since my old one lasted so long. I wanted a US made refrigerator, so the salesman said Frigidaire, ...
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I purchased a Frigidaire refrigerator. Woke up 6/9/26 to no power. Repair technician came out unable to fix.
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I want a 4 door (2 french doors 2 drawers) refrigerator. I already know to stay away from LG and Samsung. Looking into either the frigidaire or Whirlpool. ...
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Extremely Disappointed - Three Breakdowns in Less Than One Year I purchased a Frigidaire refrigerator expecting quality, reliability, and peace of mind from a well established appliance manufacturer. Unfortunately, my experience has been nothing short of unacceptable. In less than one year of ownership, this refrigerator has broken down THREE separate times. A major household appliance should…
1 of 5 stars, Trustpilot review, 2026-10-14
Frigidaire Gallery Refrigerator Ice Maker quit working just past the 1 year warranty! Looks pretty but quality isJunk! Recently I ordered replacement water filter and compartment air filters. Ordered on October. 2nd with their delivery within 3 to 7 Business days. Finally received a notice of being shipped on October. 12th. Remember 3 to 7 business days? Checked tracking for arrival and found…
1 of 5 stars, Trustpilot review, 2026-10-13

Frigidaire recalls

  1. 2026
  2. 2026-03-19Frigidaire Gas Ranges. The ovens in the ranges can experience a delayed ignition of the oven's bake burner, posing a risk of burn hazards to users. Incidents: Electrolux Group and the CPSC are aware of 62 reports of the oven's bake burner delayed ignition, including 30 reports of burn injuries. About 174,800 (In addition, about 5,300 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  3. 2026-01-15Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, model EFMIS121, with limited serial numbers. The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards. Incidents: Curtis International has received at least six reports of the model EFMIS121 minifridges catching fire, with property damages. About 330,000, Curtis International previously recalled 634,000 minifridges in July 2024 units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  4. 2025
  5. 2025-07-24Frigidaire-brand Minifridges, models EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175, limited to the listed serial numbers. The minifridges' internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards. Incidents: Curtis International has received at least 26 reports of the minifridges smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating and catching fire, with property… About 634,000 units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  6. 2024
  7. 2024-05-16Frigidaire and Kenmore Smooth-top Freestanding Electric Ranges. Depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or… Incidents: Since the recall was announced in August 2009, Electrolux has received at least 212 reports of the ranges behaving erratically, including 14 reports of fires… About 203,000 (The ranges were previously recalled in August 2009) units. Remedy: Refund, Repair. CPSC notice
  8. 2024-02-15Frigidaire rear-controlled ranges. The control panel (user interface) on the ranges can detach from the unit, posing electrical shock and electrocution hazards. Incidents: None reported About 1,800 (In addition, about 130 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  9. 2024-02-08Frigidaire Branded Side by Side Refrigerators with Slim Ice Buckets. The recalled refrigerators contain an ice bucket assembly component that can break, resulting in plastic pieces entering the ice bucket, posing choking and… Incidents: Electrolux Group has received 343 reports of plastic pieces breaking off, including two incidents resulting in laceration and ingestion injuries when the… About 383,240 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  10. 2023
  11. 2023-08-31Frigidaire Stainless-Steel 30-inch 4 Burner and 36-inch 5 Burner Gas Cooktops. Plastic control knobs with a black shaft on the cooktop can crack or break during use, posing a risk of gas leak, fire hazard. Incidents: Electrolux has received 63 reports of the control knobs cracking or breaking, including one minor injury from a gas leak and one report of fire. About 215 units. Remedy: Replace. CPSC notice
  12. 2023-07-13Frigidaire Gas Laundry Centers. The felt seal on the dryer drum can be folded inward which can lead to lint accumulation, creating a fire hazard. Incidents: Electrolux Group has received 23 reports of fire and one report of a smoke inhalation injury. About 13,600 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  13. 2022
  14. 2022-06-02Frigidaire and Electrolux Side-by-Side, Top Freezer and Multi-door refrigerators. The ice level detector arm in the ice maker can break into pieces and fall into the ice bucket, posing a choking hazard. Incidents: Electrolux has received 185 reports of the ice level detectors breaking, including one report of gum lacerations. About 367,500 (In addition, about 7,180 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Replace. CPSC notice
  15. 2018
  16. 2018-05-01The Sharper Image™ and Frigidaire™ Mandoline slicers. The small blades in the julienne slicer attachment can separate from the plastic assembly, posing a laceration hazard. Incidents: The firm has received four reports of the small blades separating from the julienne attachment during food preparation. About 19,000 (in addition, about 230 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  17. 2016
  18. 2016-11-29Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: There have been more than 2,000 reported incidents of dehumidifiers overheating. About 2.5 million (in addition, 55,000 were sold in Canada) This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014. units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  19. 2016-07-26Ranges and Ovens. The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents: None reported About 1,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  20. 2014
  21. 2014-05-15Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: The number of reported incidents of overheating dehumidifiers has increased nearly 400 percent from 119 in the original recall (September 2013) to 471 reported… About 2.5 million in the United States and 55,000 in Canada (This recall was first announced in September 2013, updated in October 2013 and expanded in January 2014) units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  22. 2013
  23. 2013-09-19Electric Blenders. The blender's blade shaft assembly can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Incidents: Frigidaire has received eight reports of the blender's blade shaft assembly breaking. About 14,000 units. Remedy: Replace. CPSC notice
  24. 2013-09-12Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Incidents: The firms have received reports of 325 incidents, including 71 fires and $2,725,000 in property damage. About 2.2 million in the United States and 52,500 in Canada units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  25. 2012
  26. 2012-06-20Ranges and Ovens. There can be a delayed ignition on the bake/broil features of the oven, posing a fire hazard. Incidents: One incident was reported. About 185 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  27. 2010
  28. 2010-10-21Ranges and Ovens. Liquids can pool under the control knob and cause the surface heating element to turn on unexpectedly, heat to temperatures other than expected and then not… Incidents: Electrolux has received 70 reports of incidents, including three reports of fires that resulted in property damage. About 122,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  29. 2009
  30. 2009-08-27Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. Depending on the model, the surface heating elements can: 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or,… Incidents: Frigidaire has received 126 reports of incidents, including four reports of minor burns and two reports of minor property damage. About 200,000 units. CPSC notice
  31. 2009-07-30Washing Machines. An internal defect in the washer's drain pump can cause heat to build up, posing a fire hazard to the consumer. Incidents: No incidents or injuries have been reported. About 35,000 units. CPSC notice
  32. 2008
  33. 2008-05-20Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves. During extended broiling, gas can build in the oven cavity and escape when the oven door is opened. Incidents: Electrolux has received 16 reports of incidents involving gas build-up, including flames escaping from the oven door, burns to the hands and face, and singed… About 7,500 units. CPSC notice
  34. 1999
  35. 1999-09-30Log Splitters. Explosion/Projectiles Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  36. 1997
  37. 1997-12-11Frigidaire gas ranges. Explosion/Projectiles Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  38. 1993
  39. 1993-02-15Dishwashers. Fire & Fire-Related Burn Incidents: not stated CPSC notice

Marked items are within the last 36 months and count in the verdict.

Product-related lawsuits

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Frigidaire product lines on Amazon

Product lineProductsOwner ratings
Parts & Accessories10Highly rated
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers6Well rated
Kitchen & Dining3Well rated
Heating, Cooling & Air Quality1Well rated

Amazon data checked 2026-10-15. source

Frigidaire customer service and warranty

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Who makes Frigidaire

Owner
Electrolux source
Country
United States source
Founded
1918 source
Headquarters
Charlotte source
Founders
William Crapo Durant source
Trademark (USPTO)
ELECTROLUX CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC. (DELAWARE, USA); first registered 1976 source
Made in (recalled products)
China (8 of 20 recalls), United States (8 of 20 recalls), Mexico (3 of 20 recalls), Canada (2 of 20 recalls), Thailand (2 of 20 recalls)

FAQ

Is Frigidaire a good brand?

Mixed. 6 CPSC recalls in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: High.

How many recalls has Frigidaire had in the last 3 years?

6 recalls in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.

Who owns Frigidaire?

Electrolux.

Who owns the Frigidaire trademark?

USPTO lists ELECTROLUX CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC. (DELAWARE, USA) as the owner of the Frigidaire trademark, first registered 1976.

Where is Frigidaire based?

Charlotte.

When was Frigidaire founded?

1918.

Where is Frigidaire from?

Frigidaire is a company from United States, headquartered in Charlotte.

Where are Frigidaire products made?

Recalled Frigidaire products listed by the CPSC were made in China (8 of 20 recalls), United States (8 of 20 recalls), Mexico (3 of 20 recalls), Canada (2 of 20 recalls), Thailand (2 of 20 recalls).

Has Frigidaire had product recalls?

Yes. The CPSC lists 23 recalls for Frigidaire. The most recent, on 2026-03-19: Electrolux Group Recalls Frigidaire Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard.

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