Recall #13-729 · Published March 13, 2013

Bluworld/Nu-Flame Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces

Bluworld/Nu-Flame Recalls Wall Mounted Fireplaces Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces from Bluworld/Nu-Flame on March 13, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repair. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall.

Nu-Flame Vivo NF-W4VIO
Nu-Flame Vivo NF-W4VIO
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 is printed on the product packaging.

Which products are included?

The wall mounted fireplaces have a 2 or 3.4 liter capacity burner fuel cup with an ethanol open flame behind a tempered glass shield with a metal curved base and a black metal backboard. Both wall mounted fireplaces measure about 20 inches in height. The Vivo NF-W4VIO model measures about 39 inches in width and the Vivido NF-W3VIO model fireplace measures 26 inches in width. The model number is printed on the product packaging.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received two reports of property damage to clothing, bedding and a pet bed. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repair. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Bluworld/Nu-Flame
Product type
Fireplaces
Recall number
13-729
Units
About 260
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
On-line retailers including Amazon.com, Overstock.com and DirectBuy.com from November 2011 through December 2012 for between $300 and $400 for the Vivo model and between $200 and $300 for the Vivido model.
Importer
Bluworld/Nu-Flame, of Orlando, Fla.

Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces

CPSC product type: Fireplaces & Accessories

Recall contact information

Bluworld/Nu-Flame toll-free at (888) 499-5433 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.nu-flame.com and click on the scrolling text for more information.

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

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