American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

Active Recall Announced May 21, 2008 CPSC #08277

Quick answer

American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards is CPSC recall #08277, announced on May 21, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. the repair involves replacing the fireplace's valve if it leaks gas in the "off" position when tested by a qualified service technician.. Affected brand: American Flame Inc..

Hazard

The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label.

Affected products

Fireplace Gas Valves

Recalled brands

American Flame Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. The repair involves replacing the fireplace's valve if it leaks gas in the "off" position when tested by a qualified service technician.

Recall date

May 21, 2008

Categories

Fireplaces & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08277?

CPSC recall #08277 covers American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 21, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label.

What is the remedy for recall #08277?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08277 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. the repair involves replacing the fireplace's valve if it leaks gas in the "off" position when tested by a qualified service technician.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/American-Flame-Recalls-Fireplaces-to-Replace-Gas-Valves-Due-to-Fire-and-Explosion-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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