500,000 LG Electric Ranges Recalled Due to Fire Hazard – Check If Yours Is Affected
At Sarah’s Appliance Repair, our priority is keeping our customers informed and safe when it comes to their home appliances. LG has recently issued a recall affecting approximately 500,000 electric ranges due to a fire hazard. If you own an LG range, read on to see if your model is affected and learn what steps to take.
Why Are These Ranges Being Recalled?
The recall involves LG Slide-In and Freestanding Electric Ranges with front-mounted knobs. These knobs can be accidentally activated by humans or pets, potentially leading to fires.
Incident Reports:
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has received at least 86 reports of unintentional activation.
- Over 28 fires have been linked to these ranges.
- Five fires caused extensive property damage totaling over $340,000.
- At least eight injuries, including burns, have been reported.
- Three fires resulted in pet fatalities.
Which Models Are Affected?
LG has identified the following models as part of the recall. The model number can be found inside the oven door or storage drawer at the bottom of the oven.
| Model Number |
Serial No. (From) |
Serial No. (To) |
| LDE4411ST |
607KMXXXXXXX |
807KMXXXXXXX |
| LDE4413ST |
506KMXXXXXXX |
408KMXXXXXXX |
| LDE4413BD |
606KMXXXXXXX |
901KMXXXXXXX |
| LSE4611ST |
607KMXXXXXXX |
206KMXXXXXXX |
| LSE4611BD |
704KMXXXXXXX |
704KMXXXXXXX |
| LSE4613ST |
510KMXXXXXXX |
106KMXXXXXXX |
| LSE4613BD |
604KMXXXXXXX |
106KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6337D |
102KMXXXXXXX |
304KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6337F |
102KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6331F |
201MMXXXXXXX |
312MMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6331F |
310KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6333F |
107MMXXXXXXX |
311MMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6333F |
308KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6333D |
107MMXXXXXXX |
312MMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6333D |
309KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6335D |
102KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LSEL6335F |
102KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
| LTE4815BM |
802KMXXXXXXX |
001KMXXXXXXX |
| LTE4815BD |
802KMXXXXXXX |
207KMXXXXXXX |
| LTE4815ST |
801KMXXXXXXX |
205KMXXXXXXX |
| LRE4215ST |
601KMXXXXXXX |
903KMXXXXXXX |
| LTEL7337F |
206KMXXXXXXX |
312KMXXXXXXX |
What Should You Do If Your Range Is Affected?
LG is offering a free warning sticker and instructions on how to use the Control Lock or Lock Out feature to prevent accidental activation.
How to Check If Your Range Is Affected
LG has also released an instructional video explaining how to use the Control Lock feature: Watch it here.
Safety Tips for LG Range Owners
Until you receive your warning label and instructions, consider these safety measures:
- Keep children and pets away from the range knobs.
- Always check that knobs are turned off before leaving home or going to bed.
- Do not place objects on the cooktop when it is not in use.
Where Were These Ranges Sold?
These LG ranges were sold at major retailers including Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other appliance stores nationwide, as well as online at LG.com. The affected models were available for purchase between 2015 and January 2025, with prices ranging from $1,400 to $2,650.
Stay Informed and Stay Safe
If you own an LG electric range, we strongly encourage you to visit the recall website and check if your model is affected. Taking immediate action can help prevent potential fire hazards and ensure your home’s safety.
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