Recall #08-003 · Published October 2, 2007
Gas Valves Used in Recalled Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves
CPSC published a recall notice for Gas Valves Used in Recalled Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves from Honeywell International Inc. on October 2, 2007. CPSC identifies this hazard: The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. This can pose the risk of thermal burns to consumers when they light the pilot of the fireplace or stove. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Honeywell for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement valve.
Why it was recalled
The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. This can pose the risk of thermal burns to consumers when they light the pilot of the fireplace or stove.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Honeywell for information on how to receive a free inspection and replacement valve.
- Recall published
- October 2, 2007
- Units
- About 4,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Honeywell sold the gas valves exclusively to original equipment manufacturers for use in fireplaces and stoves from April 2004 through August 2007. Those manufacturers sold fireplaces and stoves at retailers nationwide.