CPSC recall · Reported March 13, 2013
Bluworld/Nu-Flame Recalls Wall Mounted Fireplaces Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard …
The CPSC recalled The wall mounted fireplaces have a 2 or 3.4 liter capacity burner fuel cup with an ethano….
Bluworld/Nu-Flame Recalls Wall Mounted Fireplaces Due to Fire and Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 13, 2013. Reason: Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fu…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact B…. Verify recall #13729 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fu….
- None
- agency class
- March 13, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13729 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The wall mounted fireplaces have a 2 or 3.4 liter capacity burner fuel cup with an ethanol open flame behind a tempered glass shield with a metal curved base and a black metal backboard. Both wall mounted fireplaces measure about 20 inches in height. The Vivo NF-W4VIO model measures about 39 inches in width and the Vivido NF-W3VIO model fireplace measures 26 inches in width. The model number is printed on the product packaging.
Reason for recall
Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repair. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13729 |
| Date reported | March 13, 2013 |
| Date initiated | March 13, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 260 |
| 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 wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repa…
- Check the recall number (13729) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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