Recall 11-157, published March 8, 2011
Sunjoy Industries Group Freestanding Steel Outdoor 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
L-OF082PST-3Item number 0027705 and model number L-OF082PST-3 are printed on the front page of the product's instruction manual.
Which products are included?
This recall involves "Garden Treasures Living" steel outdoor fireplaces with a bronze finish chimney and slate colored accents. The wood burning fireplace is approximately 24 inches deep by 35 inches wide and 57 inches tall, has two glass doors and a tile back inside. Item number 0027705 and model number L-OF082PST-3 are printed on the front page of the product's instruction manual. No other "Garden Treasures Living" brand outdoor fireplaces are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The decorative bronze powder coat finish on the fireplace chimney can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Sunjoy to obtain a free replacement chimney and chimney cap.
What should I do if I have L-OF082PST-3?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with L-OF082PST-3, then check the item or SKU numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (877) 343-5651, go to www.sunjoydirect.com/fireplacerecall.htm, or email atfireplacerecall@sunjoydirect.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. 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
- Sunjoy Industries Group
- Recall published
- March 8, 2011
- Category
- Grills & Fireplaces
- Units
- About 20,000 in the United States and 400 in Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowe's retail stores nationwide from March 2010 through November 2010 for about $300.
