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LSVFSD-18

Is LSVFSD-18 recalled? Yes. Model number LSVFSD-18 is listed in CPSC recall 11-149: Lennox Shadowdance Natural Gas Log Set Burner Assemblies, announced March 1, 2011. Hazard: carbon monoxide and poisoning. Remedy: replacement.

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Recall 11-149, published March 1, 2011

Lennox Shadowdance Natural Gas Log Set Burner Assemblies

What to check on the product label

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

LSVFSD-18
Additional identifying details

Replacement gas burners also were sold separately under model number LSVFSD-NG.

Which products are included?

This recall involves gas burners sold with Lennox brand Shadowdance natural gas log set burner assemblies. The product is used in a wood-burning fireplace or a ventless firebox enclosure. The assemblies were sold under model numbers LSVFSD-18, LSVFSD-24 and LSVFSD-30, and include a burner and ceramic-fiber log set. Replacement gas burners also were sold separately under model number LSVFSD-NG. Burners included in this recall have serial numbers that begin with 6407, 6408, 6409 and 6410A through 6410G. The burner's model and serial numbers are printed on a metal identification plate attached to the burner.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

A crack can develop at the gas valve connection allowing natural gas to leak while the burner is in use, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled natural gas log set burner assemblies. Consumers can contact Lennox to arrange for a free replacement of the burner.

Remedy type: Replace

What should I do if I have LSVFSD-18?

  1. Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with LSVFSD-18, then check the serial numbers the notice lists.
  2. Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
  3. Contact the firm. Call (800) 299-0027, or go to www.lennox.com.
  4. Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
  5. Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
Brand
Lennox Hearth Products
Recall published
March 1, 2011
Category
Grills & Fireplaces
Units
About 3,200
Sold at / sales period
Fireplace and HVAC retailers and installers nationwide from August 2007 through December 2010 for between $700 and $850.

Other model numbers in this recall

All 2 others start with LSVFSD, like LSVFSD-18.

LSVFSD-24LSVFSD-30
View official CPSC notice Full recall details

Lennox Hearth Products recall history

Lennox Hearth Products is named in 3 CPSC notices in this index, from 2010 to 2013. Recall 11-149 (Mar 2011), which lists LSVFSD-18, is the 2nd of them.

2 other Lennox Hearth Products fireplace recalls are in this index, with the model numbers each lists:

A model number missing from these lists is not proof that it is unaffected. Some notices identify products by description, date code, or UPC instead, and this index holds only CPSC notices.

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