Beko and Blomberg 8 kg and 9 kg condenser tumble dryers made May–November 2012: fire risk
A batch of a third-party component can, rarely, fail and overheat, creating a fire risk.
What to do: Stop using the dryer as a precaution. Check the model and the 10-digit serial on the sticker at the bottom of the inner rim of the door opening; if affected, register for a free in-home modification by a Beko engineer (about 30 minutes) or call 0800 917 2018 (UK) / 1800 25 29 25 (Ireland). Do not use a local engineer.
Beko UK dryer repair notice and checker
Affected models
- DCU9330W
- DCU9330R
- DCU8230
- DSC85W
- TKF8439A
Made May to November 2012 (serial starts 12 and ends 05 to 11); the notice also targets dryers bought May 2012 to May 2013. Notice issued in 2017 (about 3,450 units); Beko's page is still online.
Sources
- Beko UK safety notice, 8 kg & 9 kg condenser tumble dryers
- North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Beko and Blomberg dryer recall (June 2017)
Last checked 2026-11-11. This page summarises the official notice; the manufacturer's page is the final word on whether your appliance is affected.