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CPSC recall · Reported 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 consum…

Recall #
10182
Affected scope
About 5,700
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Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn. recalled The recalled products are Lennox Superior brand VFGL Log Sets and VF4000, VF5000 and VF60… - a moderate-severity action.

Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Vent-Free Gas Logs and Fireplaces Due to Gas Leak and Fire… was recalled by Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn. in March 25, 2010. Reason: The front burners of vent-free gas log set fireplace inserts and the vent-free fireplaces can fail to ignite …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log sets and fireplaces and contact …. Verify recall #10182 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The front burners of vent-free gas log set fireplace inserts and the vent-free fireplaces can fail to ignite ….

Moderate
severity level
March 25, 2010
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10182 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #10182) was formally reported on March 25, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,700.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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 Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log sets and fireplaces and contact Lennox for information about how to arrange for a free inspection and repair. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,700

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled products are Lennox Superior brand VFGL Log Sets and VF4000, VF5000 and VF6000 fireplaces. Log sets are comprised of ceramic-fiber logs with a dual gas burner system and are designed to be placed in a wood-burning fireplace or a ventless firebox enclosure. Fireplaces are comprised of log sets, a ventless firebox enclosure and accessories. Each product has a metal rating plate attached to the grate of the log sets or to the frame of the fireplaces containing the unit's model number, serial number and other information. The following models are affected by this recall: Vent-Free Gas Log Set Models VFGL18 - MSN - 4 VFGL18 - MSP - 4 VFGL24 - MSN - 4 VFGL24 - MSP - 4 VFGL28 - MSN - 4 VFGL28 - MSP - 4 VFGL18 - VSN - 4 VFGL18 - VSP - 4 VFGL24 - VSN - 4 VFGL24 - VSP - 4 VFGL28 - VSN - 4 VFGL28 - VSP - 4 Vent-Free Gas Fireplace Models VF4000 - CHN - 2 VF4000 - CHP - 2 VF4000 - CMN - 2 VF4000 - CMP - 2 VF5000 - CMN - 2 VF5000 - CMP - 2 VF6000 - CMN - 2 VF6000 - CMP - 2 Included in this recall are units with serial numbers starting with "6408C" through "6408M," and those starting with "6409." Units that had repairs made to the burner assembly between March 2008 and December 2009 are also included.

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log sets and fireplaces and contact Lennox for information about how to arrange for a free inspection and repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 10182
Date reported March 25, 2010
Date initiated March 25, 2010
Recalling firm Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn.
Affected scope About 5,700
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log sets and fireplaces and contact Lennox for information about how to arra…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled products are Lennox Superior brand VFGL Log Sets and VF4000, VF5000 and VF6000 fireplaces. Log sets are comprised of ceramic-fiber logs with a dual gas burner system and are designed to be placed in a wood-burning fireplace or a ventless firebox enclosure. Fireplaces are comprised of log sets, a ventless firebox enclosure and accessories. Each product has a metal rating plate attached to the grate of the log sets or to the frame of the fireplaces containing the unit's model number, serial number and other information. The following models are affected by this recall: Vent-Free Gas Log Set Models VFGL18 - MSN - 4 VFGL18 - MSP - 4 VFGL24 - MSN - 4 VFGL24 - MSP - 4 VFGL28 - MSN - 4 VFGL28 - MSP - 4 VFGL18 - VSN - 4 VFGL18 - VSP - 4 VFGL24 - VSN - 4 VFGL24 - VSP - 4 VFGL28 - VSN - 4 VFGL28 - VSP - 4 Vent-Free Gas Fireplace Models VF4000 - CHN - 2 VF4000 - CHP - 2 VF4000 - CMN - 2 VF4000 - CMP - 2 VF5000 - CMN - 2 VF5000 - CMP - 2 VF6000 - CMN - 2 VF6000 - CMP - 2 Included in this recall are units with serial numbers starting with "6408C" through "6408M," and those starting with "6409." Units that had repairs made to the burner assembly between March 2008 and December 2009 are also included.. Recalled by Lennox Hearth Products, of Nashville, Tenn.. Units affected: About 5,700.
Why was this product recalled?
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
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log sets and fireplaces and contact Lennox for information about how to arrange for a free inspection and repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 25, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10182.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (10182) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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