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RECALL: Electric Ranges Recalled for Burn and Fire Hazards

Electric ranges by LG recalled.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission recall, "Burners on the electric ranges can fail to turn off after being switched off and the temperature setting can increase unexpectedly during use, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers."

LG has received 80 reports of incidents involving burners failing to turn off or temperature settings increasing unexpectedly.

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The ranges were sold at Best Buy, Home Depot, Sears, and regional appliance retailers nationwide between January 2006 and June 2010.

Consumers should contact LG to schedule a free in-home repair.

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Consumers can also contact LG toll free at 855-400-4638 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, or online at www.LG.com/us.


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