The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and GE on Wednesday announced a voluntary recall of front-load washers.Officials said the washer’s basket can separate during use and break the washer’s top ...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of 62,000 GE Profile front load washing machines Wednesday. The recall was announced after 19 reports were received of washer baskets ...

GE has recalled 62,000 of its GE Profile front-loading washers because the washer's basket seam can separate during the final spin cycle and break the machine's top panel posing a hazard. GE has ...

Brian Bennett is a former senior writer for the home and outdoor section at CNET. Select GE front-loading washing machines will soon guard against bad smells in their washing drums. GE Appliances ...

Unless you have a bad back, it’s easy to be seduced by front-load washers. They’re spacious and easy to load, and their sleek appearance can spruce up even the dullest laundry room. The best ...

“Consumers are searching for solutions and coming up with ways to put a bandage on the issue, like cleaning the washer after each use, wiping down the gasket and most commonly propping the door open,” ...

Let's go over the pros and cons for each type of washing machine. Front-load washers tend to wash clothes better and use less water, energy, and detergent but may require a higher initial investment.