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
The recalled remote receivers have the words "Majestic Vermont Castings" on a label affixed to the face of the receiver.
Which products are included?
Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers were sold with the HES40R and HES40 electric fireplaces/stoves and sold as accessory items for CFM DEF33/36, DEF36S2, Addision, DEF26, and HE32EF electric fireplaces and stoves. The recalled remote receivers have the words "Majestic Vermont Castings" on a label affixed to the face of the receiver. Model number ERX15 B can be found on the CSA approval sticker on the back of the remote receiver.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The circuit board can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
CFM has received four reports of the remote receivers catching fire and causing minor property damage.
Official remedy
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- CFM
- Manufacturer
- CFM Corporation, of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Recall number
- 04-127
- Units
- 4,360
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Fireplace retailers sold these remote receivers nationwide, from November 2001 to February 2004, for about $70.
Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers
CPSC product type: Remote Controls
Recall contact information
The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.