Recall #13-072 · Published December 18, 2012

Nantucket Distributing Catalina Outdoor Fireplaces

Catalina Outdoor Fireplace Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Burn and Laceration Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Catalina Outdoor Fireplaces from Nantucket Distributing on December 18, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The glass components of the Catalina Outdoor Fireplace can break when a fire is lit posing a burn and laceration hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled outdoor fireplace and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops store to receive a full refund.

Catalina Outdoor Fireplace
Catalina Outdoor Fireplace
Image: CPSC recall notice

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

Additional identifying details

The model number CT840BL appears on the outside of the packaging and on the instruction manual.

Which products are included?

The Catalina Outdoor Fireplace is free standing and constructed of glass and black metal. The 21 ¼ in. square base sits on short legs. Black corner pieces hold the glass sides with one hinged side to add logs. It has a square, vented top lid and stands about 30" tall. The model number CT840BL appears on the outside of the packaging and on the instruction manual.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The glass components of the Catalina Outdoor Fireplace can break when a fire is lit posing a burn and laceration hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Christmas Tree Shops received three reports of the glass component of the outdoor fireplace breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled outdoor fireplace and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops store to receive a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Product type
Fireplaces
Recall number
13-072
Units
About 2,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Christmas Tree Shops retail locations from September 2011 to October 2012 for about $130.
Importer
Nantucket Distributing Co., Inc. of Middleboro, Mass.

Catalina Outdoor Fireplaces

CPSC product type: Fireplaces & Accessories

Recall contact information

Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 any time, or online at www.christmastreeshops.com and go to the link Safety and Recalls at the bottom of the homepage.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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