Wolf Steel Recalls Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 14218 · announced June 26, 2014 · Wolf Steel Ltd., Ontario, Canada · 600 units affected
The product
This recall involves the GD3200-P flush glass front and GD3200B-P with a bay window, propane gas fireplaces. The fireplaces are black and approximately 33 inches tall and 31.25 inches wide with gold accent designs on the top and bottom of the outside of the product. The model number GD3200-P and GD3200B-P can be found in the center of the rating label. The rating label is located on the base of the fireplace behind the lower louvered access door.
The hazard
The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their local Napoleon Fireplace Hearth Dealer to arrange a service call to have a free upgrade kit installed on their fireplace. The upgrade kit must be installed by a qualified gas appliance technician. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Wolf Steel has received one incident report occurring in Canada where the glass shattered resulting in cuts to the face and neck that required medical attention. No incidents were reported in the U.S.
Sold at: Hearth Fireplace specialty stores nationwide from August 1992 through May 2001 for about $1,500.
Consumer contact: Wolf Steel Ltd. toll-free at (866) 539-2039 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.napoleonfireplaces.com and click the SUPPORT tab listed as the first item in the left side FAQ column.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.