California AB 628 · in effect since Jan 1, 2026
A recalled stove or fridge means a rental unit that isn't legally habitable.
Check any appliance model number against every CPSC stove and refrigerator recall in seconds. Free, no signup.
What AB 628 requires
- 01
A working stove and refrigerator are now part of a habitable rental unit under Civil Code §1941.1, for leases entered into, amended or extended on or after January 1, 2026.
- 02
A stove or refrigerator under a manufacturer or government recall does not count as working.
- 03
The landlord must repair or replace a recalled stove or refrigerator within 30 days of receiving notice of the recall.
How AB628Check keeps you covered
Snap the label
Photograph each stove and fridge rating label. We read the brand, model and serial number for you.
Checked against CPSC daily
Every appliance is matched against every published CPSC stove, range, oven and refrigerator recall, every day.
Your 30-day clock
The day a recall matches, we email you and start the AB 628 countdown with the manufacturer's remedy.
Compliance log
A dated, printable record of every unit, every check and every fix, ready for a tenant dispute.
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Five units with a stove and a fridge each, checked every day.
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