Over 500,000 LG electric ranges have been recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
On February 6, the agency issued a statement to consumers warning that there have been at least "86 reports of unintentional activation of the front-mounted knobs" — meaning the knobs were accidentally bumped or pushed, causing the appliance to turn on. These incidents have led to more than 28 fires, including five that caused "extensive property damage." At least eight resulted in minor injuries, such as burns, and tragically, three involved pet fatalities.
Here's what you need to know.
List of models that have been recalled
According to the CPSC, the recall involves LG Slide-In Ranges and Freestanding Ranges with front-mounted knobs. They were sold at all major appliance stores including Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot and Lowe’s. The following models and serial numbers are part of the recall. CPSC notes that model numbers are located inside the oven's door or storage drawer.
Model & Serial Number:
- LDE4411ST, 607KMXXXXXXX
- LDE4413ST, 506KMXXXXXXX
- LDE4413BD, 606KMXXXXXXX
- LSE4611ST, 607KMXXXXXXX
- LSE4611BD, 704KMXXXXXXX
- LSE4613ST, 510KMXXXXXXX
- LSE4613BD, 604KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6337D, 102KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6337F, 102KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6331F, 201MMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6331F, 310KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6333F, 107MMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6333F, 308KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6333D, 107MMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6333D, 309KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6335D, 102KMXXXXXXX
- LSEL6335F, 102KMXXXXXXX
- LTE4815BM, 802KMXXXXXXX
- LTE4815BD, 802KMXXXXXXX
- LTE4815ST, 801KMXXXXXXX
- LRE4215ST, 601KMXXXXXXX
- LTEL7337F, 206KMXXXXXXX
What to do if you have an impacted model
LG is not issuing refunds for impacted models. Instead, you can contact the brand for a free warning label and placement instructions. The label reminds people to use the Lock Out/Control Lock function on their appliance to disable activation of the heating elements when the range is not in use, per the CPSC.
You can further protect your family by installing stove knob locks and ensuring the stovetop remains clear at all times — even when it’s turned off. And one thing to consider when buying a new stove model is that it is more difficult to tell when an electric range is turned on versus a gas one.
For more information, you can visit the CPSC's website or LG's recall page to learn if your appliance is part of the recall.
Michelle is the digital content director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group, where she helps oversee multiple brand's strategy efforts on digital. Previously, she was the deputy editor and managing digital editor for Good Housekeeping. She has over 10 years of experience writing and editing lifestyle content.
