Miles Industries is recalling about 370 Valor H5 gas fireplaces because they can suffer from delayed ignition. This defect allows gas to build up inside the fireplace before the burner lights, which can cause the glass window to shatter with enough force to pose serious safety risks. One report of delayed ignition has been received in the United States, and the affected units were sold at specialty hearth stores like Southern Fireplaces & More and Custom Hearth between July 2014 and March 2020.
Degradation of the pilot light system can lead to gas accumulation; when the fireplace eventually ignites, the sudden pressure can shatter the glass front, posing burn and laceration hazards to anyone nearby.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their Valor fireplace retailer or contractor to schedule a free repair. Miles Industries is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recalled Valor H5 gas fireplace, model 1150ILP and 1150JLP
Location of the rating sheet with model and serial number
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