The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13031·Announced 2012-11-08

LG Electric Ranges Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

LG Electronics is recalling about 161,000 electric ranges because burners may fail to turn off or heat unexpectedly, posing burn and fire risks.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

LG Electronics Inc. is recalling about 161,000 electric ranges in the United States due to burn and fire hazards. The affected models are LRE30451, LRE30453, LRE30755, LRE30757, and LRE30955ST. These ranges were sold in black, white, and stainless steel with a smooth black ceramic glass top cooking surface. They were sold at Best Buy, Home Depot, Sears, and regional appliance retailers nationwide from January 2006 to June 2010 for between $800 and $1,999.

The hazard involves burners that can fail to turn off after being switched off, or the temperature setting can increase unexpectedly during use. LG has received 80 reports of incidents involving these malfunctions, but no fires or injuries have been reported. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label visible by opening the storage drawer at the base of the unit. Affected serial numbers start with 512, 601 through 612, 701 through 712, 801 through 810, and 901 through 906.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric range if the burner heat setting cannot be regulated by the controls or if a cooktop burner remains on. Consumers should contact LG to schedule a free in-home repair. LG can be reached toll-free at (855) 400-4638 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, or by visiting www.LG.com/us and clicking on Public Notices in the Customer Services section.

The recalled product

Product
LG Electric Ranges
Manufacturer
LG Electronics Inc., of South Korea
Category
Consumer Product — Appliances
Hazard
Affected units
161,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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