Recalls / 2004-04-28
CPSC, CFM Corporation Announce Recall of Fireplace Remote Receivers
04127 · Recalled 2004-04-28 · CPSC page
Description
Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers were sold with the HES40R and HES40 electric fireplaces/stoves and sold as accessory items for CFM DEF33/36, DEF36S2, Addision, DEF26, and HE32EF electric fireplaces and stoves. The recalled remote receivers have the words "Majestic Vermont Castings" on a label affixed to the face of the receiver. Model number ERX15 B can be found on the CSA approval sticker on the back of the remote receiver.
Hazards
The circuit board can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.
Reported injuries
CFM has received four reports of the remote receivers catching fire and causing minor property damage.
Remedy
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers | 4,360 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- CFM Corporation
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Fireplace retailers sold these remote receivers nationwide, from November 2001 to February 2004, for about $70.
Consumer contact
The company is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: CPSC recall 04127. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.