Recall 14-218, published June 26, 2014
Napoleon GD3200-P and GD3200B-P Propane Gas Fireplaces
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
GD3200B-PThe model number GD3200-P and GD3200B-P can be found in the center of the rating label.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard.
Official remedy
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.
What should I do if I have GD3200B-P?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with GD3200B-P.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 539-2039, or go to www.napoleonfireplaces.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Wolf Steel Ltd., Ontario, Canada
- Recall published
- June 26, 2014
- Category
- Grills & Fireplaces
- Units
- About 600 units in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Hearth Fireplace specialty stores nationwide from August 1992 through May 2001 for about $1,500.
