What happened: Galanz has recalled about 121,680 of its 7.6 cu. ft. retro-style refrigerators after 34 reports of fire, one of which caused a death. If you own a Galanz retro refrigerator made between December 2018 and December 2020, unplug it immediately and contact Galanz for a free in-home repair. The recall covers model numbers BCD-215V-62H, GLR76TRDER, GLR76TBKER, GLR76TBEER and GLR76TWEER. It does not include Galanz’s smaller retro mini-fridges.
On July 30, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of Galanz retro-style refrigerators. Most product recalls are precautionary — issued before anyone is hurt. This one is not: the CPSC says it is aware of 34 fires involving these refrigerators, one of which resulted in a fatality according to a local fire department report. That makes it a recall to act on today, not to file away.
Which refrigerators are recalled?
The recall covers Galanz 7.6 cu. ft. retro-style refrigerators sold in black, blue, red, and white. They measure about 58 inches high, 24 inches deep, and 21 inches wide, with a top freezer that has a separate door and “Galanz” printed on the front, three adjustable glass shelves, and one drawer.
Only units with date codes from December 2018 through December 2020 and one of these model numbers are included:
- BCD-215V-62H
- GLR76TRDER
- GLR76TBKER
- GLR76TBEER
- GLR76TWEER
About 121,680 units are affected in the United States.
What is the hazard?
The refrigerators’ internal electrical components can short-circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard. The CPSC reports 34 fires tied to the units and one death. Recalls that involve a confirmed fatality are uncommon — the large majority of appliance recalls are issued as a precaution before any serious injury occurs — which is exactly why a recall linked to a death warrants immediate action. (For context on how appliance recalls break down by hazard and units, see our home appliance recall index.)
What should you do?
Per the CPSC and Galanz:
- Unplug and stop using the recalled refrigerator immediately.
- Contact Galanz to schedule a free in-home repair by a qualified technician.
- Read the official notice for full details and contact information: CPSC recall notice (Recall 26649).
If you’re not sure whether your unit is affected, check the model number and date code on the appliance’s rating label against the list above and the official CPSC notice.
Which Galanz and Cooluli models are not affected?
This recall is specific to the 7.6 cu. ft. retro refrigerator built in 2018–2020 with the model numbers listed above. It does not cover Galanz’s smaller retro mini-fridges, such as the 3.3 cu. ft. models.
Separately, in August 2026 Cooluli recalled about 250,000 of its 10-liter and 15-liter mini-fridges for a different fire hazard (an electrical switch that can short-circuit). That recall does not include the smaller Cooluli Classic 4L. If you’re shopping for a compact fridge and want to steer clear of recalled units, our mini-fridge buying guide covers current, non-recalled models and how to choose.
How to check any appliance for a recall
Before buying — or if you already own an older appliance — it’s worth checking its recall status. Match the model and serial number against the CPSC recall database, and note that recalls never expire: if your unit is covered, the free repair or refund still stands even years later. We maintain a browsable, appliance-sorted appliance recall index that we keep current with the latest CPSC appliance recalls.
The bottom line
If you own a Galanz retro refrigerator from 2018–2020, treat this as urgent: unplug it and contact Galanz for the free repair. A recall tied to 34 fires and a death is not one to wait on.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, “Galanz Americas Recalls Retro Refrigerators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards; One Death Reported” (Recall 26649, July 30, 2026). This is an informational safety report; TheHomePicker has no affiliation with Galanz or Cooluli.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my Galanz refrigerator is part of the recall?
Check the white label in the upper left-hand corner on the back of the unit. It shows “Galanz,” the model number, and the date code in YYYYMM format. The recall covers model numbers BCD-215V-62H, GLR76TRDER, GLR76TBKER, GLR76TBEER and GLR76TWEER with date codes from December 2018 through December 2020. If your model number or date code is outside that list, your unit is not part of this recall.
What should I do if I own a recalled Galanz refrigerator?
Unplug it and stop using it immediately, then contact Galanz Americas to schedule a free in-home repair by a qualified technician. Per the CPSC notice, Galanz Americas can be reached at 888-462-0579 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday), by email at customerservice@galanzamericas.com, or through the dedicated recall site at GalanzRetroFridgeRecall.expertinquiry.com. Full details are in the official CPSC recall notice (Recall 26649).
How many refrigerators were recalled, and were people hurt?
About 121,680 units were sold in the United States. The CPSC says it is aware of 34 reports of fire involving these refrigerators, one of which resulted in a death according to a local fire department report. Most appliance recalls are issued before anyone is injured, so a recall tied to a confirmed fatality is the exception rather than the norm.
Are Galanz mini fridges included in this recall?
No. This recall is limited to the 7.6 cu. ft. retro-style top-freezer refrigerator built between December 2018 and December 2020. Galanz’s smaller retro mini-fridges, such as the 3.3 cu. ft. models, are not covered by it.
Where were the recalled refrigerators sold, and for how much?
They were sold at Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from January 2019 through September 2022, for between $330 and $520. They were manufactured by Zhongshan Galanz in China and imported by Home Depot and Galanz Americas.
Is this the same as the Cooluli mini-fridge recall?
No, they are separate recalls. In August 2026 Cooluli recalled about 250,000 of its 10-liter and 15-liter mini-fridges over a different fire hazard involving an electrical switch that can short-circuit. That recall does not include the smaller Cooluli Classic 4L.
Does an appliance recall expire if I missed it?
No. CPSC recalls do not expire. If your unit is covered, the free remedy still stands years later, so it is worth checking the model and serial number of any older appliance against the CPSC recall database even if the announcement is old.
Wider context: we now track refrigerator, freezer and mini-fridge recalls as a category in our appliance recall index — 13 U.S. recalls covering about 2.7 million units since 2018, with mini-fridges alone accounting for roughly 1.5 million of those, every one for a fire or burn hazard.
Related: the Galanz recall is a full-size retro fridge, but compact units have their own pattern. Our mini-fridge recall analysis covers the five recalls since 2023 (AstroAI, Frigidaire-brand, Cooluli, Personal Chiller) totalling about 1.49 million units, every one for a fire or burn hazard.