LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to F ...
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.
Product:
LG Chem "RESU10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System BatteriesAbout 10,000 (In addition, 2017-2019 RESU 10H were previously recalled for a fire hazard on December 16, 2020.)
Retailer:
Various distributors of solar energy storage systems nationwide, including, but not limited to Sunrun, AEE Solar, Baywa, CED, Krannich, Independent Electric Supply, and Inter Island Solar Supply from January 2017 through April 2019 for about $8,000.
Recall Date: Aug 4, 2021
Injury:
The firm has received five reports of the lithium storage batteries smoking and catching on fire, resulting in property damage and one injury.
Mfg Country:
Korea
Importer:
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.).
Recall ID: 9116
Last Published: Aug 4, 2021
Official Site: Link
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Emert Number: 21175
Emert Status: Notified