Reported Dec 16, 2016
LG Electronics Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard
LG Electronics USA, Inc. of Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners and contact LG to schedule a free repair at an authorized service center.
Firm 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
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Portable Air Conditioners
- Amount recalled
- About 466,000 (In addition, 36,000 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received four reports of fires that have caused $380,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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