Key Takeaway
Hussong Manufacturing and American Flame Recall Three Gas Fireplaces, Fireplace Inserts Due to Explosion Hazard by Hussong Manufacturing Co. Inc., d/b/a Kozy Heat Fireplaces, of Lakefield, Minn. was recalled on April 4, 2014. What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts, turn off the gas to the units and contact the dealer where the...
Hussong Manufacturing and American Flame Recall Three Gas Fireplaces, Fireplace Inserts Due to Explosion Hazard
Description
This recall involves Hussong Manufacturing direct vent gas fireplaces and gas fireplace inserts that use American Flame brand main control modules. There are 22 models sold under the brand names Kozy Heat Fireplaces, Ambiance Fireplaces and Stellar Hearth Products. They were manufactured between October 2009 and April 2013. The fireplace name, model number, manufacture date and serial number are on a silver testing label attached by a chain and next to the gas valve. The following products are being recalled: Model Name (model number) Serial Number Range Mfg. Date Range Month/Year Kozy Heat Chaska (CSK-31-IPI) 10-094223-18 / 12-096088-23 05/10-06/12 Chaska XL (CSK-335-IPI) 10-703738-15 / 12-706417-24 04/10-06/12 Jackson (911-IPI) 10-820097-37 / 12-820636-11 09/10-03/12 Jackson XL (911XL-IPI) 10-9125332-37 / 12-9126288-10 09/10-03/12 Jordan (JOR-30) 10-080001-25 / 12-081992-07 06/10-02/12 Jordan XL (JOR-34) 10-010001-46 / 12-011278-04 11/10-01/12 Minneapolis (MPS-30) 10-080004-25 / 12-081914-02 06/10-01/12 Minneapolis XL (MPS-34) 10-010005-46 / 12-011300-12 11/10-03/12 Rockford (RFD-30) 10-080006-25 / 12-082020-19 06/10-05/12 Rockford XL (RFD-34) 10-010003-46 / 12-011309-12 11/10-03/12 Nicollet (NCL-195) 10-060001-05 / 12-060608-07 02/10-02/12 Dassel (DSL-36-IPI) 10-150789-15 / 12-151789-11 04/10-03/12 Delano (DEL-36-IP I) 10-030001-45 / 12-030908-12 11/10-03/12 Princeton (PRC-3 6-IPI) 09-004528-44 / 12-007203-11 10/09-03/12 Thief River Falls (56701-IP1) 10-242305-15 / 12-245336-12 04/10-03/12 Minnetonka (55345-IPI) 09-407828-30 / 12-411049-11 04/10-04/12 Trimont (TMT-3875-IPI) 10-300771-15 / 12-301183-16 09/11-06/12 Slayton 42 (SLA-42) 11-080012-38 / 12-080402-23 04/10-03/12 Ambiance Intrigue 100 (INT-100) 11-100235-31 / 11-100306-36 04/11-09/11 Intrigue 200 (INT-200) 11-10000-29 / 12-100513-28 07/11-06/12 Stellar Hearth Products Fireplaces CML-58-S (CML-58-S) 10-10006-40 / 13-13021-16 10/10-04/13 CTL-58-S (CTL-58-S) 10-10001-40 / 13-13034-16 10/10-04/13
Injuries / Consequence
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.
Products Affected
Kozy Heat, Ambiance and Stellar Hearth gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts
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Company Information
Hussong Manufacturing Co. Inc., d/b/a Kozy Heat Fireplaces, of Lakefield, Minn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: 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 hav...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.