LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2020-12-16 · 21055
Hazards
The home batteries can overheat, posing a risk of fire and emission of harmful smoke.
Recall
Number
21055
Date
2020-12-16
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
LG Chem "RESU 10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
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 March 2019 for about $8,000.
Importer(s)
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.)
Country of manufacture
Korea
Description
This recall involves the LG Chem Model RESU 10H lithium-ion storage battery that is installed as part of a residential energy solar panel system. The recalled battery allows owners to capture and store energy from the solar panels. The batteries are wall mounted and measure 29.30 x 35.70 x 8.10 inches. They weigh roughly 220 pounds. The LG Chem logo is located on the top left side of the front panel. The serial number of the recalled product begins with R15563P3SSEG and is located behind the access door of the RESU 10H (Type-R) home battery.