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Sunjoy Industries Recalls Outdoor Wood Burning Fireplaces Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 8, 2011 Initiated: March 8, 2011 #11157

Product Description

This recall involves "Garden Treasures Living" steel outdoor fireplaces with a bronze finish chimney and slate colored accents. The wood burning fireplace is approximately 24 inches deep by 35 inches wide and 57 inches tall, has two glass doors and a tile back inside. Item number 0027705 and model number L-OF082PST-3 are printed on the front page of the product's instruction manual. No other "Garden Treasures Living" brand outdoor fireplaces are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The decorative bronze powder coat finish on the fireplace chimney can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Sunjoy to obtain a free replacement chimney and chimney cap.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves "Garden Treasures Living" steel outdoor fireplaces with a bronze finish chimney and slate colored accents. The wood burning fireplace is approximately 24 inches deep by 35 inches wide and 57 inches tall, has two glass doors and a tile back inside. Item number 0027705 and model number L-OF082PST-3 are printed on the front page of the product's instruction manual. No other "Garden Treasures Living" brand outdoor fireplaces are included in this recall.. Recalled by Sunjoy Industries Group Limited, of Steubenville, Ohio. Units affected: About 20,000 in the United States and 400 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The decorative bronze powder coat finish on the fireplace chimney can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Sunjoy to obtain a free replacement chimney and chimney cap.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 8, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11157.