LG ranges recalled after dozens of fires burn people, property, pets
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About 500,000 ranges sold nationwide are being recalled after dozens of fires burned property, people and pets, LG Electronics said Wednesday in a notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall involves ranges with front-mounted knobs that can be turned accidentally, with CPSC receiving at least 86 reports of unintentional activation. The recalled ranges have been involved in more than 28 fires, with at least five causing extensive property damage totaling more than $340,000.
AI Summary
Main Idea: LG Electronics is recalling about 500,000 ranges in the U.S. after reports that the front knobs can turn on by accident and cause fires, burns, and damage.
Key Points:
- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the recalled ranges have been linked to more than 28 fires and at least 86 reports of accidental activation.
- At least eight minor injuries, including burns, have been reported, along with more than $340,000 in property damage and the deaths of at least three pets.
- The ranges were sold from 2015 through January 2025 at major retailers and online, and owners can get a free warning label and setup instructions from LG.
- The recall comes after other range recalls, including Samsung’s, as safety officials warn that burners can turn on by accident when knobs are bumped or pets activate them.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
About 500,000 LG ranges may catch fire or turn on by accident, putting households at risk of burns, property loss, and pet deaths.
Positive Impact
The CPSC recall and free warning labels may help consumers lower fire risk by using the lock function and checking knobs before leaving home.
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