LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2021-08-04 · 21175
Hazards
The home batteries can overheat, posing a risk of fire and emission of harmful smoke.
Recall
Number
21175
Date
2021-08-04
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
LG Chem "RESU10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System Batteries
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 April 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 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.