Urgent Recall: Half a Million LG Electric Ranges Could Pose Fire Hazards, Already Linked to Numerous Fires and Pet Fatalities

Cincinnati — U.S. safety regulators announced this week a major recall affecting approximately 500,000 electric ranges following numerous reports of accidental turn-ons that have led to fires, property damage, minor injuries, and the deaths of several pets. The recall, prompted by unintended activations mainly caused by contact with the appliances’ front-mounted knobs, has sparked concerns over consumer safety and product design.

The impacted products, described in the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s February 6 notice, encompass various LG-branded slide-in and freestanding ranges. Located on the problematic controls, the model number can be found either inside the oven door or within a storage drawer under the oven compartment. These appliances, noted for their convenience and design, were manufactured in both Mexico and Korea.

An assortment of models spanning from the LDE4411ST to the LTEL7337F are covered in this expansive recall with specific serial numbers indicating the affected units. Consumers who may have purchased these models between 2015 and January 2025 should verify their range’s eligibility for recall interventions. The ranges, which were sold at major retailers including Best Buy, Costco, and Home Depot, and directly via LG’s website, ranged in price from approximately $1,400 to $2,650—a considerable investment for the average homeowner.

Documenting the hazard, the CPSC’s latest reports reveal at least 86 incidents where the ranges were inadvertently activated. Over 28 resulted in fires, with some instances causing significant property losses totaling more than $340,000. Eight people reported minor injuries which included burns; there were also distressing reports of three fires resulting in pet fatalities.

Authorities are advising consumers to take immediate precautions. Recommendations include ensuring all children and pets are kept clear from the range’s control area, routinely verifying that the knobs are turned off, especially when the range is not in use, and avoiding leaving any objects on the stove that could potentially contact the knobs.

In response to the recall, LG is offering consumers a complimentary safety kit that includes a warning label to remind users to engage the appliances’ Lock Out/Control Lock feature. This function is crucial for disabling the heating elements when the range is not operational, thereby mitigating unintended activation risks. LG has also made an instructional video available to guide consumers on using the safety feature effectively.

Consumers owning any of the cited LG range models are urged to visit the designated recall website provided by LG. Here, they can verify whether their appliance is affected by the recall and view detailed information on the remedies being offered.

This broad-scale recall underscores the need for continuous oversight in the manufacturing and design of household appliances, known for their daily use and significant role in home safety. As part of ongoing efforts to ensure consumer safety, this incident will likely influence future design standards and regulatory practices aimed at preventing similar hazards.