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Kozy Heat, Ambiance and Stellar Hearth gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts

CPSC Recall #14-144 — April 4, 2014

Recall #14-144 Date: April 4, 2014 Remedy: Repair

Product

Kozy Heat, Ambiance and Stellar Hearth gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts

Description

The main control modules on Kozy Heat-, Ambiance- and Stellar Hearth-brand direct vent fireplaces and inserts can allow gas to be released and buildup in the burner area.

Hazard

The main control module can allow gas to be released and buildup in the burner area, posing an explosion hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

Hussong Manufacturing received reports of nine incidents of gas being released prematurely and exploding, resulting in minor property damage and two reports of abrasions.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts, turn off the gas to the units and contact the dealer where the unit was purchased or Hussong Manufacturing to have the ignition board on the fireplace main control module replaced free of charge. 

Units Affected

About 13,600 in the U.S. and 2,170 in Canada

Sold At

Fireplace dealers and distributors from October 2009 to April 2013 for between $1,450 and $3,325.

Manufactured In

United States

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Repair. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.

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