Recall #23-065 · Published December 8, 2022

Ortal Traditional 90 and Traditional 110 Gas Fireplaces

Ortal Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Traditional 90 and Traditional 110 Gas Fireplaces from Ortal on December 8, 2022. CPSC identifies this hazard: Improper installation of the fireplaces can lead to problems with heat release and/or ventilation, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces until they have been in contact with Ortal or their authorized Ortal dealer to determine whether their fireplace needs a retrofit plate. A retrofit plate will only be installed if the fireplace is positioned on a wooden base or floor. Ortal is directly contacting all known dealers, installers, distributors, homeowners, and any other individuals that purchased or installed the recalled products. Ortal will install a retrofit plate and provide an inspection free of charge to consumers.

Recalled Ortal direct vent gas fireplace - model name TR110
Recalled Ortal direct vent gas fireplace - model name TR110
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.

Additional identifying details

Model number US90XXTRP1SNXLXX or US110XTRP1SNXLXXX is on the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Ortal's direct vent gas fireplaces installed by professionals, with model names Traditional 90 (TR90) and Traditional 110 (TR110) TR. The fireplaces have a black finish and run on natural gas and propane gas. Model TR90 measures about 43.5 inches wide, 37.5 inches high and 24.5 inches deep; and model TR110 measures about 48.5 inches wide, 37.5 inches high and 24.5 inches deep. Model number US90XXTRP1SNXLXX or US110XTRP1SNXLXXX is on the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Improper installation of the fireplaces can lead to problems with heat release and/or ventilation, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received four reports of incorrect fireplace installation, all resulting in fires, causing property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces until they have been in contact with Ortal or their authorized Ortal dealer to determine whether their fireplace needs a retrofit plate. A retrofit plate will only be installed if the fireplace is positioned on a wooden base or floor. Ortal is directly contacting all known dealers, installers, distributors, homeowners, and any other individuals that purchased or installed the recalled products. Ortal will install a retrofit plate and provide an inspection free of charge to consumers.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Ortal
Product type
Fireplaces
Recall number
23-065
Units
About 400
Manufactured in
Israel
Sold at / sales period
Authorized dealers and professional installers nationwide from May 2016 through February 2020 for between $5,600 and $6,200.
Importer
Ortal USA Inc., of Columbus, Ohio

Recall contact information

Ortal at 800-238-7000 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ortalheat.com/productrecall or www.ortalheat.com and click on Product Recall for more information.

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

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