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U.S. CPSC
April 27, 2005 |
Heat & Glo Recall of Gas Fireplaces Gas in the fireplace can accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter and create a risk of burns or lacerations from broken glass.   |
U.S. CPSC
March 27, 2009 |
Central Fireplace Recalls Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard Excess gas can accumulate in the firebox if the pilot light is not lit or has gone out. When consumers relight the pilot light, the accumulated gas can ignite with force and shatter the glass fireplace doors posing a serious laceration hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
March 24, 2011 |
Kingsman Fireplaces Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard Delayed ignition can cause the fireplace's propane gas to explode and break or shatter the glass door. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers nearby. |
U.S. CPSC
October 2, 2007 |
Honeywell Recalls Gas Valves Used in Decorative Fireplaces and Stoves Due To Burn Hazard The activation knob on the valve can be left in a position between OFF and PILOT, which can cause the pilot gas to leak and accumulate prior to burner ignition. This can pose the risk of thermal burns to consumers when they light the pilot of the fireplace or stove. |
U.S. CPSC
August 2, 2005 |
DESA Heating Products Recall of Compact Gas Fireplaces The burner tube connection to the gas valve can leak gas when the main burner is on. This leaking gas can ignite, causing a minor flare-up, which could cause nearby combustibles to ignite. |
U.S. CPSC
December 11, 2008 |
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. |
U.S. CPSC
March 1, 2011 |
Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Natural Gas Log Set Burner Assemblies Due to Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning A crack can develop at the gas valve connection allowing natural gas to leak while the burner is in use, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. |
U.S. CPSC
March 25, 2010 |
Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Vent-Free Gas Logs and Fireplaces Due to Gas Leak and Fire Hazards The front burners of vent-free gas log set fireplace inserts and the vent-free fireplaces can fail to ignite allowing gas to escape and posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
June 14, 2005 |
Jotul North America Recall to Repair Liquid Propane Fueled Stoves 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. |
U.S. CPSC
September 8, 2005 |
Nexgrill Industries Recall to Repair Gas Grills Sold Exclusively At Home Depot The hose connecting the propane tank with the manifold can run up too close to the firebox. The heat from the firebox can damage the hose, causing it to leak gas. The release of gas creates a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage. |
U.S. CPSC
September 13, 2005 |
The Brinkmann Corporation Recall to Repair Gas Grills The regulators on these gas grills, the component that controls the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
June 1, 2006 |
Nexgrill Industries Gas Grills Recalled Due to Fire Hazard If the hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold runs up too close to the firebox, the heat can cause the hose to detach from the burner manifold, causing a gas leak and a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
May 21, 2008 |
American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
July 5, 2006 |
Heat & Glo Indoor/Outdoor Gas Fireplaces Recalled for Fire Hazard Temperatures in the framing header area above these fireplaces can get too high, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
December 22, 2004 |
Robertshaw Controls Company Recall of Certain Models of 7000 Series Gas Control Valves Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or property damage. |
U.S. CPSC
August 21, 2003 |
CFM Keanall Recall of Gas Grills Certain wind conditions blowing at these grills can cause overheating or flashbacks under the control panel. Flames could damage the hose that supplies gas to the burner, causing an uncontrolled flame. Also, flames could come in contact with user's hands, resulting in burns. |
U.S. CPSC
December 26, 2002 |
Century Tool and Manufacturing Recall of Camping Stoves The burner assembly in the stoves can restrict the flow of gas, which can cause a leak. The leaking gas can ignite and weaken the hose, causing it to separate from the stove and pose a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
October 23, 2003 |
Pier 1 Imports Recall of Footed Glass Floater Bowl Candleholder The base of the Footed Glass Floater Bowl candleholder can unexpectedly fall off and cause the glass bowl or base to break, and the broken glass can cause cuts. |
U.S. CPSC
May 28, 2008 |
Fireplace Wall Controls Recalled by Hearth & Home Technologies; High Temperatures Can Result in Property Damage Failure in the wall control system can cause the fireplace to turn on by itself creating a risk of property damage. If the control fails and the consumer has left combustible objects directly in front of an unattended fireplace, there may also be a risk of fire. |
U.S. CPSC
August 24, 2005 |
Nexgrill Industries Inc. Recall of Outdoor Gas Grills A hose connecting the natural gas source to the grill's main manifold may not have been supplied with these grills. Without this hose, the gas would be emitted into the air, creating a potential fire hazard. Consumers should not use the grill until the main burner hose is provided. |
U.S. CPSC
January 12, 2007 |
Nexgrill Industries Inc. to Pay $300,000 Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Hazardous Gas Grills The Nexgrill Gas Grill Model 720-0025 was found to have a defect with the fuel hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold that could lead to a gas leak and/or fire hazard, which could in injury and property damage |
U.S. CPSC
October 22, 2008 |
Fiesta Recalls to Inspect and Repair Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The gas grills can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to excessive heat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
September 3, 2008 |
Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
February 11, 2005 |
American Standard Companies Recall of Gas-Electric Heating/Cooling Units A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of gas in the burner compartment of the unit could occur, which could be ignited by an internal spark. |
U.S. CPSC
March 20, 2002 |
Jade Products Inc. Recall to Repair Dynasty Gas Ranges The ranges could tip over if a heavy weight is placed on an open oven door, posing a risk of burn injuries from hot food or liquids in cooking containers... |
U.S. CPSC
August 24, 2010 |
Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard When the temperature setting is in "low," the smoker's hose/valve/regulator assembly does not allow sufficient gas to flow, causing the flame to extinguish. Gas continues to flow and build up inside the smoker. |
U.S. CPSC
February 1, 2006 |
Weil-McLain Company Recall of Boilers The blower assembly is not properly sealed. Gas can leak during operation and accumulate. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion could occur. |
U.S. CPSC
April 1, 2009 |
May 1, 2009 Deadline Approaching for Remedy Change in Recall Program; Consumers Urged to Replace Dangerous Home Heating Vent Pipes Home owners who have not yet responded to the previously announced 1998 recall, are being urged to do so immediately. After May 1, 2009, the remedy consumers receive will change. |
U.S. CPSC
November 1, 2004 |
Robertshaw Controls Company Recall of TS-11 Thermal Safety Control Gas Valves If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve can stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire which could result in severe personal injury or property damage. |
U.S. CPSC
February 10, 2009 |
Camp Stoves Sold Exclusively at Dick's Sporting Goods Recalled Due to Burn Hazard Gas could flow at a rate that would produce higher than expected flames. Rainwater in the burners can also prevent proper ignition and allow gas to build-up and ignite unexpectedly. These conditions pose burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
December 20, 2005 |
Meco Corp. Recall to Repair Gas Grills The regulators on these gas grills can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, and the grill is not in use. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
November 17, 2004 |
Maytag Corp. Recall of Jenn-Air Gas Cooktops The recalled cooktops have switches located too close to the gas tubing leading to the grill burner. Electrical arcing can cause the tubing to leak gas and ignite, resulting in a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
May 13, 2003 |
Ultra 155 & 230 Gas Boilers Recalled by Weil-McLain Weil-McLain is concerned that loose gas fittings could result in leaking gas, fire and/or explosions that could cause bodily injuries or property damage. |
U.S. CPSC
October 12, 2007 |
Fisher Controls International, Inc. Recalls Gas Regulators For Leak Hazard Gas can leak from regulator's flanges when flange screw heads break, posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
April 24, 2003 |
DesignPac Inc. Recall of Oil Lamps The glass wick holder can shatter when lit, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
March 12, 2009 |
Valero Marketing & Supply Co. Announce Recall to Inspect Propane Gas; Can Pose Fire and Burn Hazard An odorant is added to propane to help alert customers to a propane gas leak, but this propane might not have the recommended level of odorant. Failure to detect leaking gas can present a fire, explosion or thermal burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
September 11, 2008 |
PB Heat Recalls Gas Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard The pressure switch could have an internal defect that could fail to shut down the boilers under vent or air inlet blockage. This switch defect could allow the boilers to produce excessive levels of carbon monoxide, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
November 10, 2004 |
CFM Corporation Recall to Repair Vermont Castings Five-Burner Barbeque Grills Reason: Gas leak and fire hazard. The burner tubes may not fit fully into the gas valves. If a consumer pulls on the console, the metal may flex and the gas valves may disconnect from the burners, releasing gas and creating a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage. |
U.S. CPSC
March 4, 2008 |
LDR Industries Recalls Gas Connectors Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
February 23, 2006 |
Barbeques Galore Inc. Recalls Gas Grills Posing Risk of Gas Leaks, Fires The grills have faulty regulators that can release too much gas to the burner causing an excessive burner flame. This also poses a risk of gas leaks, fires and explosions if an ignition source is present. |
The Motley Fool
January 17, 2012
Dan Dzombak |
A History of Natural Gas Natural gas production is booming - so much so that some investors worry that natural gas could be the most dangerous investment in energy. |
U.S. CPSC
June 28, 2006 |
CFM Corp. Recalls Sequoia Wood Burning Fireplaces for Fire Hazard Due to insufficient insulation or a missing weld, some of these fireplaces could pose a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
May 29, 2008 |
Miele Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Risk of Gas Leak or Fire The dryer's internal gas fitting can loosen, posing a risk of gas leaking into the house, which can cause asphyxiation, a fire or an explosion. Also, one or both of the caps on the internal exhaust duct can become dislodged, which can cause lint to build up and be carried through the gas burner. This poses a risk of fire. |
U.S. CPSC
January 27, 2004 |
SCG Miyairi Recall of Liquid Propane Overfill Protection Devices Liquid propane can leak out of the cylinder and cause the gas regulator valve to freeze. When the regulator valve thaws, if it has not been turned off, gas will flow to the grill. The resulting build-up of gas in the grill can pose a serious fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
February 21, 2008 |
Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home. |
U.S. CPSC
October 21, 2004 |
Nexgrill Industries Recall of Gas Grills to Replace Gas Pressure Regulator (On/Off Gauge) As consumers adjust the gas pressure regulator (on/off gauge) leading to the propane cylinder, the label on the valve can become positioned in such a manner that it is difficult to read. This can cause consumers to inadvertently leave the gas valve on, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
May 22, 2008 |
Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Mills Fleet Farm Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard On the recalled grills, the main burner does not fit correctly and does not connect properly to the gas valve which could result in a propane leak. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
August 21, 2003 |
Hayward Pool Products Recall of Pool Heaters A malfunctioning circuit board can cause these gas pool heaters to fail to ignite, allowing gas to accumulate in the heater cover. Delayed ignition of built-up gas can result in a fire or explosion causing property damage and injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
April 1, 2010 |
Agio International Recalls Outdoor Gas Fire Columns Sold Exclusively at Costco Due to Fire Hazard Gas can leak from connections in the column, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
July 2, 2002 |
Whirlpool Recalls Washer and Gas Dryer Units The gas dryer can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
