Recall #17-055 · Published December 16, 2016
Portable Air Conditioners
CPSC published a recall notice for Portable Air Conditioners from LG Electronics USA, Inc. on December 16, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners and contact LG to schedule a free repair at an authorized service center.
Why it was recalled
The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners and contact LG to schedule a free repair at an authorized service center.
- Recall published
- December 16, 2016
- Units
- About 466,000 (In addition, 36,000 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280.