On February 6, 2026, LG issued a recall for 500,000 electric range ovens due to the potential of a fire hazard that has resulted in significant property damage, minor injuries, and the tragic deaths of several pets.
The South Korean company is recalling 22 models of its Slide-In and Freestanding Electric Ranges after discovering that people or pets can accidentally activate the front-mounted knobs.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there have been at least 86 reports of unintended activation, leading to at least 28 fires and possibly more.
“At least five fires caused extensive property damage, totaling over $340,000. Eight minor injuries were reported, including burns, and there have been three incidents where fires resulted in pet fatalities,” the CPSC stated.
Recalled Models
– LDE Series: LDE4411ST, LDE4413ST, LDE4413BD
– LSE Series: LSE4611ST, LSE4611BD, LSE4613ST, LSE4613BD, LSEL6337D, LSEL6337F, LSEL6331F, LSEL6333F, LSEL6333D, LSEL6335D, LSEL6335F
– LTE Series: LTE4815BM, LTE4815BD, LTE4815ST
– LRE & LTEL Series: LRE4215ST, LTEL7337F
Consumers can find the model number inside the oven door or within the storage drawer at the bottom of the unit.
The affected ranges sold at major retailers, including Best Buy, Costco, The Home Depot, and Lowe’s, as well as online at LG.com, between 2015 and January 2025.
The recall announced on February 6 and includes ranges manufactured in Korea and Mexico.
Unlike most recalls that refund consumers, LG is only providing warning stickers for affected units. The CPSC is urging owners of these ovens to contact LG for a free warning sticker and guidance on how to use the Control Lock or Lock Out feature to prevent accidental activation.
Safety Precautions
– Keep children and pets away from the range knobs.
– Always check knobs are turned off before leaving home or going to bed.
– Never leave objects on the range when it is not in use.
– “Never place, leave, or store anything on top of your range,” the CPSC emphasized, warning that items can ignite if the stove is accidentally activated.
The CPSC is investigating an increasing number of fires caused by accidental activation of stoves when pets jump onto them or people unintentionally bump into the knobs. In June, the Commission reported that it was aware of incidents where houses burned down and people lost their lives because of accidental stove activations. These incidents involve both gas and electric ranges.
Samsung’s Recall for Similar Fire Hazards
LG is not the only major appliance manufacturer recalling ranges because of fire risks. In August, Samsung recalled 1.1 million electric range ovens for a similar hazard.
According to the CPSC, at least 18 of the fires caused major property damage, and seven led to pet fatalities. Samsung warned that its affected ranges also posed a risk of fire if humans or pets accidentally knocked into the front-mounted control knobs, unintentionally turning the stovetops on.
The recalled Samsung ranges sold between May 2013 and August 2024 through Samsung.com and at retailers nationwide, including Best Buy, Costco, Home Depot, and Lowe’s. Samsung is offering consumers replacement knobs or covers to prevent unintentional activation.
Videos have captured instances of pets jumping onto ranges and pawing at the controls, igniting fires. One such case occurred in June when a home security video in Colorado showed a dog jumping onto a stove, accidentally turning it on, and setting fire to boxes left on top of it.
As more incidents emerge, authorities continue to stress the importance of stovetop safety. “Consumers should be vigilant about ensuring their ranges are properly turned off and kept clear of any items that could catch fire,” the CPSC advised.
For more information on the recall or to request a safety kit, consumers should contact LG or visit the company’s official website.
