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 model number GFP207 and the serial number are printed on a label that is located inside the door on the base.
Which products are included?
The recalled product is a propane gas fire column used for outdoor ambiance. The base of the column is rectangular with brick styling. The top has a bowl shape with lava rocks. This unit does not include ceramic logs. Only products with serial numbers running sequentially from 0081959SD through 0087754SD are affected. The model number GFP207 and the serial number are printed on a label that is located inside the door on the base.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Gas can leak from connections in the column, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Agio has received five reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the fire columns immediately and return the columns to any Costco retail outlet to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Agio International
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Recall number
- 10-728
- Units
- About 5,800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Costco from August 2009 through February 2010 for about $200.
- Distributor
- Agio International Co., of Hong Kong
Patio Glow Outdoor Gas Fire Columns
CPSC product type: Fireplaces
Recall contact information
For more information, call Agio-USA at (800) 598-6532 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or e-mail the company at customerservice@va-cs.com. Additional information is available on Agio's recall Web site: www.va-cs.com/recall
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.