CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-10-17

Plow & Hearth Recalls Aluminum Chimeneas Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

08507 · Recalled 2007-10-17 · CPSC page

Recalled Aluminum Chimenea
Recalled Aluminum Chimenea

Description

The chimeneas are outdoor fireplaces that are aluminum, have a removable spark guard, a wrought iron base, and a four-sided screen.

Hazards

A design flaw can cause the aluminum on the chimeneas to catch fire or melt under high temperatures, posing fire and burn hazards.

Reported injuries

Plow & Hearth has received two reports of the chimenea's aluminum exterior catching fire and burning. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the chimeneas and contact Plow & Hearth to receive a full refund and a gift certificate. Plow & Hearth is directly contacting consumers who purchased these chimeneas.

Products

NameModelUnits
Aluminum ChimeneasAbout 247

Parties

Importer
Plow & Hearth, of Madison, Va.
Made in
Turkey
Sold at
Plow & Hearth in its catalog, its Web site

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Plow & Hearth toll-free at (877) 459-8131, or Linda DeRose-Droubay at (540) 948-7438 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.plowhearth.com

Source: CPSC recall 08507. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.