LG Chem controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2021
Hyundai confirms battery-replacement recall for electric vehicles
Recall announced
In February 2021, Hyundai confirmed a recall involving battery replacements for the Kona Electric, Ioniq EV and Elec City bus. According to the report, the recall covered 82,000 vehicles worldwide. The article cited an investigation finding the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced at LG Energy Solution's Nanjing plant, which could lead to fires. The recall was linked to battery cells supplied for these Hyundai electric models.
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The decision reflects findings from an investigation led by the Korean government, which has revealed the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced in LG Energy Solution’s Nanjing plant leading to fires
LG Chem did not immediately return Roadshow’s request for comment on the recall, which covers 82,000 vehicles around the world.
Hyundai will recall the Kona Electric for all-out battery replacements.
2021
LG Chem agrees to pay GM $1.9 billion over Bolt recall costs
Settlement
General Motors said it reached an agreement with LG Chem for LG Chem to pay $1.9 billion to compensate GM for costs associated with the Chevrolet Bolt battery recall.
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通用汽车周二表示，已与合作伙伴LG化学达成协议。LG化学将向通用汽车支付19亿美元，以弥补 雪佛兰Bolt电动汽车20亿美元的召回成本。
2020
Visakhapatnam gas leak
On 7 May 2020, a gas leak at the LG Polymer plant near Visakhapatnam, India, killed 12 people, hospitalized more than 300, and led to the evacuation of approximately 3,000 people from surrounding communities. The incident occurred as the facility was preparing to resume operations after pandemic-related restrictions were relaxed.
2020
Seosan plant explosion
On 19 May 2020, an alkylaluminum-based catalyst powder exploded while being transported in the packing area of LG Chem's Seosan plant. The material was exposed to air, causing a fire. One researcher died and two workers suffered second-degree burns.
2019
Trade-secrets dispute with SK Innovation
LG Chem sued SK Innovation in 2019, alleging that confidential information concerning electric-vehicle battery manufacturing had been taken and used by its rival.
2019
LG Chem files US patent lawsuits against SK Innovation
Lawsuit filed
LG Chem stated that it filed lawsuits with the U.S. International Trade Commission and the U.S. District Court of Delaware against SK Innovation and its U.S. affiliate. According to LG Chem, the suits allege infringement of LG Chem's lithium-ion battery patents. The company's statement identifies the two forums where the actions were brought and the parties named as defendants, but does not specify further details of the claims.
LG Chem said it filed lawsuits with the U.S. International Trade Commission and the U.S. District Court of Delaware against SK Innovation and its U.S. affiliate, alleging infringement of LG Chem's lithium-ion battery patents.
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LG Chem said it filed a pair of lawsuits with the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) and the U.S. District Court of Delaware on Thursday, claiming that SK Innovation and its U.S. affiliate SK Battery America Inc. infringed on its patents in lithium-ion batteries.