LG Electronics has recalled approximately 500,000 electric ranges due to a dangerous defect that poses serious fire risks to homeowners.
The recall, announced on February 6, 2025, addresses a potentially lethal design flaw in the front-mounted knobs of several LG electric stove models.
Humans or pets can accidentally activate these defective appliances, creating an unexpected fire hazard in kitchens across America.
Reports have linked the recalled ranges to more than 28 fires, five incidents causing property damage exceeding $340,000, eight reported injuries, and three pet fatalities.
What You Need to Know About the LG Stove Knobs Recall
On February 6, 2025, LG Electronics announced a sweeping recall of nearly a dozen models of electric ranges sold between 2015 and January 2025.
The affected products include both LG Slide-In Ranges and Freestanding Electric Ranges equipped with front-mounted knobs.
Initially sold between $1,400 and $2,650, the company widely distributed these defective products through LG.com and major retailers, including Best Buy, Costco, Home Depot, Lowe's, and other appliance stores.
Recalled models
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recall notice identifies specific model numbers affected by this safety issue.
Defective LG electric ranges reach approximately 500,000 units with model numbers including (but not limited to) the following:
- LDE4411ST (Serial Numbers: 607KMXXXXXXX to 807KMXXXXXXX)
- LDE4413ST (Serial Numbers: 506KMXXXXXXX to 408KMXXXXXXX)
- LDE4413BD (Serial Numbers: 606KMXXXXXXX to 901KMXXXXXXX)
- LSE4611ST (Serial Numbers: 607KMXXXXXXX to 206KMXXXXXXX)
- LSE4611BD (Serial Numbers: 704KMXXXXXXX to 704KMXXXXXXX)
- LSE4613ST (Serial Numbers: 510KMXXXXXXX to 106KMXXXXXXX)
- LSE4613BD (Serial Numbers: 604KMXXXXXXX to 106KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6337D (Serial Numbers: 102KMXXXXXXX to 304KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6337F (Serial Numbers: 102KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6331F (Serial Numbers: 201MMXXXXXXX to 312MMXXXXXXX and 310KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6333F (Serial Numbers: 107MMXXXXXXX to 311MMXXXXXXX and 308KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6333D (Serial Numbers: 107MMXXXXXXX to 312MMXXXXXXX and 309KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6335D (Serial Numbers: 102KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LSEL6335F (Serial Numbers: 102KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
- LTE4815BM (Serial Numbers: 802KMXXXXXXX to 001KMXXXXXXX)
- LTE4815BD (Serial Numbers: 802KMXXXXXXX to 207KMXXXXXXX)
- LTE4815ST (Serial Numbers: 801KMXXXXXXX to 205KMXXXXXXX)
- LRE4215ST (Serial Numbers: 601KMXXXXXXX to 903KMXXXXXXX)
- LTEL7337F (Serial Numbers: 206KMXXXXXXX to 312KMXXXXXXX)
Dangerous Defect Explained
The fundamental problem with these LG electric stoves lies in the design and placement of their control knobs.
Accidental activation
The front-mounted knobs on the recalled ranges can be activated through minimal contact – a bump from a hip while walking past, a curious pet jumping onto the counter, or even a child's casual touch. This accidental activation creates an immediate fire hazard.
Minimal pressure needed
Unlike some electric ranges that require deliberate pressure or a two-step process to activate, these particular LG models feature knobs that turn with minimal resistance. The design fails to incorporate adequate safeguards against unintentional activation, inviting fire risk in busy household kitchens where adults, children, and pets move freely.
Multiple consumers have reported returning home to find their stoves mysteriously activated, sometimes with disastrous consequences.
Reports, Damages, and Injuries
The statistics surrounding this LG stove defect reveal a widespread safety issue affecting households nationwide. To date, the Consumer Product Safety Commission has received at least 86 reports of unintentional activation of the front-mounted knobs on these LG electric ranges.
Smoke-filled home - Atlanta, GA
One homeowner in Atlanta reported returning from work to find her kitchen filled with smoke after her LG range had mysteriously activated, burning a wooden cutting board that she had left on the stovetop. "I always double-check that everything is off before leaving. I'm certain those knobs got bumped by my cat," she explained.
Pet activation, Denver - CO
Another family in Denver narrowly escaped a more serious incident when their teenage son noticed flames coming from the kitchen. Their LG electric range activated after their dog jumped up against the stove while the pet owners were in another room. The resulting fire damaged their cabinets and could have spread further if not caught quickly.
Prolonged recall efforts
What makes these accounts particularly troubling is the timeline: Consumer complaints about accidental activation began appearing as early as 2016, yet the recall wasn't issued until February 2025 – nearly a decade after the first affected ranges hit the market.
LG initial reaction
LG acknowledged the recall in a statement but characterized the incidents as "rare occurrences" while emphasizing its commitment to customer safety.
"While these incidents represent a tiny percentage of the ranges sold, even one safety incident is too many. LG is taking proactive steps to address this issue and provide customers with a solution," the company stated.
Company Officially Responds to Knob Defects
LG’s solution to remedy this serious safety defect has raised eyebrows among consumer advocates and affected owners.
Rather than replacing the defective knobs or retrofitting the ranges with a more resistant activation mechanism, LG is merely providing a free warning label with placement instructions.
LG warning labels
Company labels remind consumers to use the Lock Out/Control Lock function on the range control panel to turn off activation of the heating elements when the range is not in use.
LG also provides safety recommendations on the label, including:
- Keep children and pets away from the knobs
- Check range knobs to ensure they are off before leaving home or going to bed
- Never leave objects on the range when it is not in use
- Regularly use the Lock Out/Control Lock function
LG maintains that properly using the lockout feature effectively mitigates the risk.
"When used as directed with appropriate safety precautions, these ranges continue to provide safe and reliable service," the company stated. “The Lock Out feature was specifically designed to prevent unintended activation.”
Consumers seeking the recall remedy can contact LG or visit LG's recall page to request a free warning sticker.
Ineffective remedy claims
Consumer safety experts named in a recently filed lawsuit contend that LG’s response inadequately addresses the underlying danger.
“A warning label is just that – a warning, according to one testimony, “It doesn't fix the fundamental design flaw that allows these knobs to be activated so easily.”
The class action lawsuit mentioned below also asserts that “the burden remains on consumers to remember to engage safety features every single time, which isn't realistic in busy households.”
LG Electric Range Class Action Lawsuit Explained
In February 2025, Plaintiff Angel Solari filed a class action lawsuit against LG Electronics USA Inc. in a New Jersey federal court.
He hopes to represent both a nationwide class and a Mississippi subclass of consumers who purchased the recalled LG ranges between 2015 and 2025.
No prior warning
Solari purchased his LG LSE4613BD Range from Home Depot in 2021, and claims LG never informed him of any recalls or defects related to his range, only learning about the defect through social media.
The lawsuit alleges that LG knew or should have known that its electric ranges were defective but failed to disclose this information to consumers.
Other allegations
Solari also makes the following legal claims against LG:
- Breach of express warranty
- Breach of implied warranty
- Unjust enrichment
- Violation of the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act
- Common law fraud
- Strict liability
- Negligence
According to the complaint, the plaintiff claims “the value of his LG range has been devalued by the recall and the defect” and that “[he] would not have purchased the LG range had he known about the defect."
What Affected Consumers Can Do Now
If you own an LG electric range purchased between 2015 and January 2025, you should immediately check if the company included your model in the recall.
Find the model number
Your model number is inside the oven door or within the storage drawer at the base of the unit. Compare this number to the recall product list provided or enter it on LG's recall verification page.
Precautionary steps
For consumers with affected ranges, consumer safety attorneys recommend taking these steps:
- Contact LG to request the free warning label and placement instructions.
- Turn on the Lock Out/Control Lock function consistently when not using the range.
- Document any incidents of accidental activation, including dates, circumstances, and any resulting damage.
- Keep all purchase records, including receipts, warranty information, and service documents.
- Consider whether joining the class action lawsuit might be appropriate in your situation.
Class action attorneys emphasize that affected consumers may have legal rights beyond simply receiving a warning label, as the recall remedy doesn't address the diminished value of these ranges or compensate consumers for the increased risk they've lived with.
Final Thoughts
For the approximately 500,000 affected households, the front-mounted knobs on these LG electric stoves represent an ongoing fire hazard that a simple warning label may not adequately address.
As the class action lawsuit progresses, affected consumers should stay informed about their rights and the potential for compensation beyond the minimal remedy currently offered through the recall.
The ongoing legal proceedings may eventually force LG to provide more substantial solutions, including possibly replacing or modifying the defective control mechanisms.
In the meantime, vigilance remains essential for owners of these recalled LG ranges.
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