U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 18, 2026

Recall Information Record

1. Recall Summary
This recall involves approximately 1.7 million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners manufactured by GD Midea Air-Conditioning Equipment Co. Ltd., of China, and imported by Midea America Corp., of Parsippany, New Jersey. The recall was announced on June 5, 2025. In addition, about 45,900 units were sold in Canada. The recall notice is available on the CPSC website under Recall Number 25320.

2. Affected Products
The recalled products are U and U+ Window Air Conditioners sold under the brand names Midea, Comfort Aire, Danby, Frigidaire, Insignia, Keystone, LBG Products, Mr. Cool, Perfect Aire, and Sea Breeze. The air conditioners are designed to fit in windows and were sold in three cooling power sizes: 8,000, 10,000, and 12,000 BTU. The units are white, measure approximately 22 inches wide and 14 inches high, and have the brand name printed on them. The model number is located on a label on the front right side of the unit when facing the air conditioner. The units were sold with remote controls and can be controlled by a mobile app.

The following brand and model numbers are included in this recall:
– Midea: MAW08AV1QWT, MAW08AV1QWT-C, MAW08U1QWT, MAW08V1QWT, MAW08V1QWT-S, MAW08V1QWT-T, MAW08W1QWT, MAW10U1QWT, MAW10V1QWT, MAW10W1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT, MAW12AV1QWT-C, MAW12U1QWT, MAW12V1QWT, MAW12V1QWT-M, MAW12V1QWT-S, MAW12W1QWT
– Comfort Aire: RXTS-101A, RXTS-121A, RXTS-81A
– Danby: DAC080B6IWDB-6, DAC080B7IWDB-6, DAC100B6IWDB-6
– Frigidaire: GHWQ085WD1, GHWQ105WD1, GHWQ125WD1
– Insignia: NS-AC8WU3, NS-AC8WU3-C
– Keystone: KSTAW08UA, KSTAW10UA, KSTAW12UA
– LBG Products: QB-8K CO
– Mr. Cool: MWUC08T115, MWUC10T115, MWUC12T115
– Perfect Aire: 1PACU10000, 1PACU12000, 1PACU8000
– Sea Breeze: MWAUQB-12CRFN8-BCN10, WAU310YREX, WAU312YREX, WAU38YREX

The units were sold at Costco, Menards, Home Depot, 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 from March 2020 through May 2025 for between $280 and $500.

3. Hazard Information
Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers. 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.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers with the recalled air conditioners should immediately contact Midea for a free repair or a full or prorated refund. Consumers who continue using the air conditioners while awaiting a repair should visit www.MideaUrecall.expertinquiry.com for instructions on how to inspect their unit prior to continuing use.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy options are a free repair or a full or prorated refund. The refund amount will be based on the purchase date or date of manufacture. Consumers who want a refund will be requested to send the unit back to Midea using a free shipping label or submit a photograph showing that they cut the unplugged power cord of the unit to receive a refund.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact Midea toll-free at 888-

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