Updated 2026-10-15

Is Midea a good brand?

Mixed

1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months.

Midea is a Chinese appliance maker founded in 1968, selling air conditioners, kitchen appliances and refrigerators. The CPSC lists 5 recalls, 1 in the last three years: U and U+ window air conditioners over mold. Federal court records include many product liability or consumer fraud cases naming it.

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

Recalls in 3 years

1

Safety record: Some. Source: CPSC.

Owner satisfaction

Medium

From ratings of 20 most-rated products on Amazon.

Trustpilot

2.6/5

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

What owners say about Midea

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

MIDEA CANADA THIS IS MY EXPERIENCE SINCE JUILY 2026 WITH A DISHWASHER DO NOT BUY ANYTHING FROM MIDEA THIS IS MY EXPERIENCE WITH MY DISHWASHER I buy MIDEA dishwasher MDF24PST AT BESTBUY STOCKYARD, TORONTO JUILLET 22 2026 DELIVER 6 AUGUST 2026 INSTAL AUGUST 13 2026, TRY TO DO A CYRCLE I GET A ERROR CODE E2 CALL ROADWAY TECHNICIEN CAME AUGUST 19 2026 WAS IN MY HOUSE 20 MINUTES SAY…
1 of 5 stars, Trustpilot review, 2026-09-30

Midea recalls

  1. 2025
  2. 2025-06-05U and U+ Window Air Conditioners. Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Incidents: 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… About 1.7 million (In addition, about 45,900 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Refund, Repair. CPSC notice
  3. 2018
  4. 2018-03-29Primo hTrio Multi-purpose beverage dispensers. Hot water can drip from the machine when it is used in high altitude areas over 6,000 feet in elevation, posing a burn hazard to users. Incidents: Primo has received three reports of hot water leaking from the product being used in high altitude areas, including one burn injury to a customer's hand. About 11,000 units. Remedy: Replace. CPSC notice
  5. 2016
  6. 2016-11-02Dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. Incidents: Midea has received 38 reports of smoke and fire. About 3.4 million (in addition 850,000 were sold in Canada) units. Remedy: Refund, Replace. CPSC notice
  7. 2014
  8. 2014-04-29Dehumidifiers. A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. Incidents: Midea and GE have received one report of a fire contained within the dehumidifier unit. About 15,500 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice
  9. 2011
  10. 2011-01-11Dehumidifiers. A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents: Midea and GE have received a total of 14 reports of incidents involving smoke and fumes emitting from the unit and eight reports of fires. About 198,000 units. Remedy: Repair. CPSC notice

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

Product-related lawsuits

A filed case is an allegation, not a finding.

What to buy from Midea

Best-rated Midea products

Midea 5,000 BTU EasyCool Small Window Air Conditioner - Cool up to 150 Sq. Ft. with Easy-to-Use Mechanical Controls and

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3.1 Cu.ft Mini Fridge with Freezer, Energy Star Certified, for Dorm

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22 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement, 1,500 Sq. Ft, Energy star

22 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement, 1,500 Sq. Ft, Energy star

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Midea product lines on Amazon

Product lineProductsOwner ratings
Heating, Cooling & Air Quality8Well rated
Kitchen & Dining6Well rated
Refrigerators, Freezers & Ice Makers2Highly rated
Dishwashers3Mixed ratings
Parts & Accessories1Highly rated

Amazon data checked 2026-10-15. source

Midea customer service and warranty

Warranty
1-year limited warranty on materials and workmanship from the date of purchase source
Channels
support center, repair request form, service locator
Support page
Official support source

Who makes Midea

Owner
He Xiangjian source
Country
People's Republic of China source
Founded
1968 source
Headquarters
Beijiao Town source
Founders
He Xiangjian source
Trademark (USPTO)
Midea Group Co., Ltd. (CHINA); first registered 2002 source
Made in (recalled products)
China (5 of 5 recalls), Thailand (1 of 5 recalls)

FAQ

Is Midea a good brand?

Mixed. 1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: Medium.

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

1 recall in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.

Who owns Midea?

He Xiangjian.

Who owns the Midea trademark?

USPTO lists Midea Group Co., Ltd. (CHINA) as the owner of the Midea trademark, first registered 2002.

Where is Midea based?

Beijiao Town.

When was Midea founded?

1968.

Where is Midea from?

Midea is a company from People's Republic of China, headquartered in Beijiao Town.

Where are Midea products made?

Recalled Midea products listed by the CPSC were made in China (5 of 5 recalls), Thailand (1 of 5 recalls).

Has Midea had product recalls?

Yes. The CPSC lists 5 recalls for Midea. The most recent, on 2025-06-05: Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure.

What warranty does Midea offer?

1-year limited warranty on materials and workmanship from the date of purchase.

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