LG Electronics Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 17055 · announced December 16, 2016 · Lg Electronics · 466,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves three models of 7,000 and 8,000 BTU LG portable air conditioners including model numbers LP0711WNR, LP0813WNR, and LP0814WNR. The air conditioners are tan/white with the LG logo on the front. They measure about 30 inches tall, 12 inches wide and 14 inches deep and weigh 50 pounds. The model number is located on the product's left side panel.
The hazard
The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners and contact LG to schedule a free repair at an authorized service center. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received four reports of fires that have caused $380,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280.
Consumer contact: LG toll-free at 855-791-0808 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT on Saturday or online at www.lgportableacrecall.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.