CPSC recall 11-729, announced March 24, 2011, covers Kingsman Fireplaces Gas Fireplaces (about 40 units). Delayed ignition can cause the fireplace's propane gas to explode and break or shatter the glass door. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and turn off the gas supply to the fireplace. Recall contact: call (855) 593-3304, or go to www.marquisfireplaces.net.
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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 is on the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control.
Which products are included?
This recall involves direct vent gas fireplaces sold under the name "Skyline Marquis collection." They run on propane gas. The following model numbers are being recalled. The model number is on the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control. Model Numbers MQRB3328LP MQRB3328LPE MQRB3328LPT MQRB3328LPTE MQRB4236LP MQRB4236LPE MQRB4236LPT MQRB4236LPTE
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 8 listed, all starting with
MQRB. Yours must match one exactly. - Where to look
the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- April 2008 through December 2010
- Price paid
- $1,700 to $2,900
Why it was recalled
Delayed ignition can cause the fireplace's propane gas to explode and break or shatter the glass door. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers nearby.
Incidents and injuries
Kingsman Fireplaces has received two reports of fireplace glass doors breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and turn off the gas supply to the fireplace. Contact Kingsman Fireplaces to schedule a free repair.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 8 listed in this recall.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (855) 593-3304, or go to www.marquisfireplaces.net.
- 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.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kingsman Fireplaces
- Manufacturer
- Kingsman Fireplaces, of Canada
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Recall number
- 11-729
- Units
- About 40
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized distributors and specialty fireplace stores nationwide from April 2008 through December 2010 for between $1,700 and $2,900.
Gas Fireplaces
CPSC product type: Gas-Burning Fireplaces
This recall in context
Compared with the 52 fireplace recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 40 units: the 46th-largest of 46 fireplace recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,850 units.
- Hazards
- Laceration: named in 8 of 52 fireplace recalls. Explosion: named in 6 of 52 fireplace recalls.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 14 of 52 fireplace recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- About 3 years. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Kingsman Fireplaces toll-free at (855) 593-3304 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.marquisfireplaces.net
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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