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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Heat-N-Glo® and Heatilator® Corner Unit Series indoor gas fireplaces. The fireplaces are LP or NG-fueled corner units with tempered glass fronts. The following model numbers are printed on the unit rating plate, located near the controls used to operate the units, and in the instruction manual. LCOR-36TRB-IPI RCOR-36TRB-IPI GDCL4136I GDCR4136I
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The back of the firebox can bow out, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been two reported incidents involving charring and minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the gas fireplaces and contact the fireplace store where the unit was purchased to arrange for a free inspection and installation of a correction kit. The firm's dealers are contacting known purchasers.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn.
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Recall number
- 15-178
- Units
- About 2,500
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Fireplace stores from March 2008 through November 2014 for $3,500 to $5,000.
Heat-N-Glo® and Heatilator® Corner Unit Series indoor gas fireplaces
CPSC product type: Gas-Burning Fireplaces
Recall contact information
Hearth & Home Technologies at (800) 883-6690 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.hearthnhome.com and click on Notices for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.