Recall #16-017 · Published October 22, 2015

United States Stove Pellet Heater/Stove

United States Stove Company Recalls Pellet Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Pellet Heater/Stove from United States Stove on October 22, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The internal fire box baffle can degrade, overheat and pose a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately unplug these units, stop using the product and return the circuit board and serial face plate to the firm for $868 cash or $1,200 credit towards the purchase of any United States Stove Company product.

HomComfort 2400 24K BTU Pellet Heater/Stove
HomComfort 2400 24K BTU Pellet Heater/Stove
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.

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.

Additional identifying details

The firm name and serial number are printed on the faceplate attached by screws on the front bottom of the unit.

Which products are included?

The recall includes United States Stove Company's HomComfort 2400 24K BTU Pellet Heater/Stoves. These steel and polycarbonate products are gray and are used as a window mounted heating appliance. The heaters measure about 21.5 inches high by 24.5 inches deep by 23 inches wide. Serial numbers included in the recall are 0451 through 4420, 5681 through 5890 and 6301 through 6310. The firm name and serial number are printed on the faceplate attached by screws on the front bottom of the unit.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The internal fire box baffle can degrade, overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The United States Stove Company has received 16 reports of fire and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug these units, stop using the product and return the circuit board and serial face plate to the firm for $868 cash or $1,200 credit towards the purchase of any United States Stove Company product.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
United States Stove
Recall number
16-017
Units
About 4,400
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Northern Tool, Orsheln, Orgill Brothers and Rural King home heating retailers and online at www.HomeDepot.com, www.Lowes.com and www.NorthernTool.com from April 2010 through March 2012 for about $1000.
Importer
United States Stove Company, of South Pittsburg, Tenn.

Pellet Heater/Stove

CPSC product type: Coal or Wood-Burning Stoves

Recall contact information

United States Stove Company toll-free at 844-211-6025 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at productreturns2@usstove.com or online at www.usstove.com. For a direct link to the product return site please visit www.rebateoffer.biz.

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

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