(WHTM) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of nearly 2 million window air conditioners due to the risk of mold exposure.

According to CPSC, approximately 1.7 million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners have been recalled because pooled water can fail to drain quickly enough, leading to mold growth.

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CPSC notes that mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers.

To date, the firm is aware of at least 152 reports of mold in these air conditioners, which include 17 reports of consumers experiencing symptoms such as respiratory infections, allergic reactions, coughing, sneezing, and/or sore throats from mold exposure.

This recall specifically includ

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