Approximately 13,600 Hussong Manufacturing gas fireplaces and inserts sold under the brand names Kozy Heat, Ambiance, and Stellar Hearth are being recalled because the main control module can allow gas to build up, creating an explosion hazard. There have been nine reports of gas releasing prematurely and exploding, which caused minor property damage and two reports of abrasions to consumers. These products were sold by fireplace dealers and distributors nationwide between October 2009 and April 2013 for between $1,450 and $3,325. Consumers should immediately stop using these fireplaces, turn off the gas, and contact their dealer or the manufacturer for a free replacement ignition board.
The American Flame brand control module can malfunction and allow unburned gas to accumulate in the burner area. If this gas is ignited, it can cause an explosion, which has already resulted in property damage and two reported injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts, turn off the gas to the units and contact the dealer where the unit was purchased or Hussong Manufacturing to have the ignition board on the fireplace main control module replaced free of charge.
Kozy Heat fireplace
Ambience fireplace
Stellar Hearth fireplace
The testing label is next to the gas valve of the fireplace or fireplace insert.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response