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CPSC recall · Reported January 12, 2023

LG Electronics Recalls Free-Standing 86-Inch Smart Televisions and Stands Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards (Recall Alert)

The TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children and others.

Recall #
23721
Affected scope
About 52,000 (In addition, about 1,800 were sold in Canada and about 2,900 were sold in Mexico)
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The recall

Lg Electronics Reynosa, S.a. de C.v., of Reynosa, Mexico issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that ….

Moderate
severity level
January 12, 2023
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23721 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #23721) was formally reported on January 12, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lg Electronics Reynosa, S.a. de C.v., of Reynosa, Mexico is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 52,000 (In addition, about 1,800 were sold in Canada and about 2,900 were sold in Mexico).

The documented reason for this recall is: The TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children and others. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers using the TV's supporting stand legs should immediately detach it and place the television in a safe location away from children. Contact LG Electronics for instructions on how to inspect t… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 52,000 (In addition, about 1,800 were sold in Canada and about 2,900 were sold in Mexico)

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves four LG Electronics 86-inch smart TV models with model numbers 86UQ8000AUB, 86UQ7070ZUD, 86UQ7590PUD, and 86NANO75UQA. The TVs (not including the stands) are 86 inches diagonally, 43.5 inches high, 76 inches wide, and 2.4 inches deep. They weigh approximately 100 pounds. The serial number of the recalled product begins with 202RM, 203RM, 204RM, 205RM, 206RM, 207RM, or 208RM and is located at the bottom right of the back of the TV, along with the model number. Consumers can also check the serial number by pressing the mute button, three times rapidly, on the original LG remote control provided with their TV.

Reason for recall

The TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children and others.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers using the TV's supporting stand legs should immediately detach it and place the television in a safe location away from children. Contact LG Electronics for instructions on how to inspect the unit and to obtain replacement screws and stand parts, including help from a technician for a free repair. Consumers who wall-mounted their TVs do not need to stop using their TVs.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 23721
Date reported January 12, 2023
Date initiated January 12, 2023
Recalling firm Lg Electronics Reynosa, S.a. de C.v., of Reynosa, Mexico
Affected scope About 52,000 (In addition, about 1,800 were sold in Canada and about 2,900 were sold in Mexico)
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers using the TV's supporting stand legs should immediately detach it and place the television in a safe location away from…

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This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves four LG Electronics 86-inch smart TV models with model numbers 86UQ8000AUB, 86UQ7070ZUD, 86UQ7590PUD, and 86NANO75UQA. The TVs (not including the stands) are 86 inches diagonally, 43.5 inches high, 76 inches wide, and 2.4 inches deep. They weigh approximately 100 pounds. The serial number of the recalled product begins with 202RM, 203RM, 204RM, 205RM, 206RM, 207RM, or 208RM and is located at the bottom right of the back of the TV, along with the model number. Consumers can also check the serial number by pressing the mute button, three times rapidly, on the original LG remote control provided with their TV.. Recalled by Lg Electronics Reynosa, S.a. de C.v., of Reynosa, Mexico. Units affected: About 52,000 (In addition, about 1,800 were sold in Canada and about 2,900 were sold in Mexico).
Why was this product recalled?
The TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children and others.
What should consumers do?
Consumers using the TV's supporting stand legs should immediately detach it and place the television in a safe location away from children. Contact LG Electronics for instructions on how to inspect the unit and to obtain replacement screws and stand parts, including help from a technician for a free repair. Consumers who wall-mounted their TVs do not need to stop using their TVs.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 12, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23721.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (23721) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported January 12, 2023.

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