Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...d-Exposure

Consumers with the recalled air conditioners should immediately contact Midea for a free repair or a full or prorated refund, which 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.

Consumers who want a repair should contact Midea to arrange for a technician to install a new drain plug or send consumers a repair kit that includes a new drain plug and bubble level, depending on the model. 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.

Incidents/Injuries:
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.

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.

Update:
Midea made a video about mitigation which I believe is the repair kit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwVVI6wk9Nk

Problem is, my unit does not have a drain plug at the location mentioned. I see 2 plugs but they are much closer to the window. If water come out of those plugs, it will lead to water damage to my window and wall.