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Despite the media's rush to establish a connection to Tesla, the reality is that the batteries involved in the fire were manufactured by LG Chem, a company with a well-documented history of battery fires across various applications—notably in electric vehicles, such as the Chevrolet Bolt and Jaguar I-PACE.
A History of Recalls and Issues with LG Chem
The issue extends beyond this singular incident. Reports indicate that 14,000 of LG Chem's home batteries were recalled in Australia due to similar fire risks. Homeowners are left questioning their safety when using these batteries, particularly after numerous incidents that have resulted in damage to properties.