Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces

CPSC Recall #13-729 — March 13, 2013

Recall #13-729 Date: March 13, 2013 Remedy: Repair

Product

Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces

Description

The fuel cup can be ejected from Vivo and Vivido fireplaces because of spilling fuel.

Hazard

Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received two reports of property damage to clothing, bedding and a pet bed. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repair. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall.

Sold At

On-line retailers including Amazon.com, Overstock.com and DirectBuy.com from November 2011 through December 2012 for between $300 and $400 for the Vivo model and between $200 and $300 for the Vivido model.

Manufactured In

China