Recalls / 2005-06-14

CPSC, Jøtul North America Announce Recall to Repair Liquid Propane Fueled Stoves

05196 · Recalled 2005-06-14 · CPSC page

Description

The recall involves two Jøtul models of gas-fired stoves - the GF 100 DV II Nordic QT and the GF 200 DV II Lillehammer. The stoves are fueled with liquid propane (LP) gas. The model number (either GF 100 DV II or GF 200 DV II) can be found on the metal rating plate attached to the back of the stove.

Hazards

Movement or misplacement of the stove's burner can allow propane gas to settle in the heater, resulting in delayed ignition. The delayed ignition could shatter the door glass and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Jøtul has received six reports of delayed ignition resulting in glass breakage. One laceration injury has been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using their LP fueled stoves immediately, shut off the gas supply and contact their Jøtul dealers to make arrangements for a free repair. Consumers with recalled units are being personally contacted by dealers who sold the products. Consumers who think that they have recalled units and who have not yet been contacted, should call their dealer for information.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Jøtul Gas-Fired Stoves		About 3,200

Parties

Manufacturer: Jøtul North America
Made in: Norway, United States
Sold at: Dealers, 100, the GF 200 DV II Lillehammer model for about $1, 300, from June 2004 through early April 2005.

Consumer contact

For assistance in turning off the gas and arranging for a free repair, consumers should contact their dealer from whom they purchased the stove or their local liquid propane (LP) gas provider. For additional information, consumers also can contact Jøtul toll-free at (800) 797-5912 extension 108 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log onto the Jøtul Web site at www.jotulflame.com

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Source: CPSC recall 05196. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.