Recall #17-055 · Published December 16, 2016

Portable Air Conditioners

LG Electronics Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard

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.

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Affected model numbers

LP0711WNRLP0813WNRLP0814WNR
Additional identifying details

The model number is located on the product's left side panel.

Why it was recalled

The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received four reports of fires that have caused $380,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

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.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Recall number
17-055
Units
About 466,000 (In addition, 36,000 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280.
Importer
LG Electronics USA, Inc., of Englewood Cliffs, N.J.

Portable Air Conditioners

Recall contact information

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

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Publication and verification

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