LG Energy Solution Michigan Recalls Home Energy Storage Batteries Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2022-10-27 · 23705
Hazards
The home solar panel batteries can overheat, posing a risk of fire and emission of harmful smoke.
Recall
Number
23705
Date
2022-10-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
LG Energy Solution "RESU 10H" Lithium-Ion Residential Energy Storage System Batteries
Remedies
Options
Repair
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 March 2017 through March 2020 for about $8,000.
Importer(s)
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc., of Holland Mich.
Country of manufacture
Korea
Description
This recall involves LG Energy Solution 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 R15563P3S and is located behind the access door of the RESU home battery.