LG Electronics Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-12-16 · 17055
Hazards
The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Recall
Number
17055
Date
2016-12-16
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Portable Air Conditioners
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280.
Importer(s)
LG Electronics USA, Inc., of Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
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.