LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced August 4, 2021 CPSC #21175

Quick answer

LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #21175, announced on August 4, 2021. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves LG Chem Model RESU 10H lithium-ion storage batteries that were installed as part of a residential energy solar panel system. The recalled batteries allow owners to capture and store energy from the solar panels. The batteries are wall mounted and measure about 29 by 36 by 8 inches. They weigh roughly 220 pounds. The LG logo is located on the top left side of the front panel. The serial number of the recalled product begins with R15563P3 and is located behind the access door of the RESU home battery. The remedy is consumers with recalled batteries should immediately contact lg energy solution michigan to schedule a free replacement. lg energy solution michigan will arrange for modifications to recalled batteries that are connected online to reduce the risk of overheating until they can be replaced with new batteries. lg energy solution michigan, its distributors, and its installers also are attempting to contact owners directly.. Affected brand: LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc., of Holland, Mich. (formerly LG Chem Michigan Inc.), a wholly-owned subsidiary of LG Energy Solution, Ltd. (in turn a wholly-owned subsidiary of LG Chem Ltd.).

Hazard

This recall involves LG Chem Model RESU 10H lithium-ion storage batteries that were installed as part of a residential energy solar panel system. The recalled batteries allow owners to capture and store energy from the solar panels. The batteries are wall mounted and measure about 29 by 36 by 8 inches. They weigh roughly 220 pounds. The LG logo is located on the top left side of the front panel. The serial number of the recalled product begins with R15563P3 and is located behind the access door of the RESU home battery.

Affected products

LG Chem "RESU10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System Batteries

Recalled brands

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc., of Holland, Mich. (formerly LG Chem Michigan Inc.), a wholly-owned subsidiary of LG Energy Solution, Ltd. (in turn a wholly-owned subsidiary of LG Chem Ltd.)

Remedy

Consumers with recalled batteries should immediately contact LG Energy Solution Michigan to schedule a free replacement. LG Energy Solution Michigan will arrange for modifications to recalled batteries that are connected online to reduce the risk of overheating until they can be replaced with new batteries. LG Energy Solution Michigan, its distributors, and its installers also are attempting to contact owners directly.

Recall date

August 4, 2021

Categories

LG Chem "RESU10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System Batteries

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #21175?

CPSC recall #21175 covers LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 4, 2021. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves LG Chem Model RESU 10H lithium-ion storage batteries that were installed as part of a residential energy solar panel system. The recalled batteries allow owners to capture and store energy from the solar panels. The batteries are wall mounted and measure about 29 by 36 by 8 inches. They weigh roughly 220 pounds. The LG logo is located on the top left side of the front panel. The serial number of the recalled product begins with R15563P3 and is located behind the access door of the RESU home battery.

What is the remedy for recall #21175?

The CPSC remedy for recall #21175 is consumers with recalled batteries should immediately contact lg energy solution michigan to schedule a free replacement. lg energy solution michigan will arrange for modifications to recalled batteries that are connected online to reduce the risk of overheating until they can be replaced with new batteries. lg energy solution michigan, its distributors, and its installers also are attempting to contact owners directly.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/LG-Energy-Solution-Michigan-Recalls-Home-Energy-Storage-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-0. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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