LG Electronics Recalls Portable Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #17055
Recall Date
2016-12-16
Manufacturer
LG Electronics USA, Inc., of Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
Units Affected
About 466,000 (In addition, 36,000 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Portable Air Conditioners
Hazard
The portable air conditioners can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable air conditioners and contact LG to schedule a free repair at an authorized service center.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received four reports of fires that have caused $380,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2011 through August 2016 for between $250 and $280.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall 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.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28