Nexus 4 demand 10 times higher than Google expected | CNET UK

The article later notes that LG will ramp up production in February

"Ten times as many British phone fans want the Nexus 4 than Google expected. LG has once again blamed Google for stock issues with the perenially sold-out smash-hit Android phone, saying the Big G had no idea of the potential demand.
Speaking to Challenges, LG France boss Cathy Robin pointed the finger at Google. LG says it simply built as many phones as Google asked for, a number based on the sales of previous Nexus phones, such as the Nexus S."

Nexus 4 demand 10 times higher than Google expected | CNET UK