Wolf Steel USA · Recalled
Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts Recalled by Wolf Steel Due to Laceration Hazard
Delayed ignition due to a build-up of propane gas can cause the insert's glass cover to break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 1,200
- Reports
- 1
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $2,000
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Napoleon propane GDI44 gas fireplace inserts. Model number GDI44 is located on the front cover of the operating instructions or on the rating label found behind the right side panel next to the insert's viewing glass. The glass size is 36" wide and 22" high. Napoleon natural gas GDI44 inserts are not affected by this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized Napoleon fireplace hearth dealers nationwide from July 2002 through September 2008 for about $2,000.
- Product type
- Fireplaces & Accessories
- Made in
- Canada
- Recalled by
- Wolf Steel USA, of Crittenden, Ky.
Incident log
Wolf Steel has received one report of a consumer who suffered minor lacerations when the glass cover shattered.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Wolf Steel to receive a free repair kit.
For additional information, contact Wolf Steel toll-free at (866) 539-2039 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.napoleonfireplaces.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated DEC 11 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
