Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 9, 2015
Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Pellet Stoves and Inserts Due to Laceration Hazard
Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break, posing a laceration hazard.
Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. recalled This recall involves Quadra-Fire® Mt. Vernon E2 pellet stoves and inserts. The cast iron … - a moderate-severity action.
Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Pellet Stoves and Inserts Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. in July 9, 2015. Reason: Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the unit, turn the small blue dial on the stove or insert to …. Verify recall #15179 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break….
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 9, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15179 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15179) was formally reported on July 9, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break, posing a laceration hazard. 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 stop using the unit, turn the small blue dial on the stove or insert to the -4 position and follow the daily maintenance requirements in the owner's manual. They should contact the r… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Affected scope
About 2,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Quadra-Fire® Mt. Vernon E2 pellet stoves and inserts. The cast iron pellet stove is about 32 inches high, 28 inches wide, 29 inches deep and has a matte black, sienna bronze, porcelain mahogany or porcelain black finish. The inserts are about 34 inches wide in front by 24 inches high by 15 inches deep. The viewing area is 21 inches by 14 inches and has a matte black, sienna bronze or porcelain mahogany finish. The following recalled model numbers are printed on the unit rating plate, which is located near the controls and in the instruction manual. Stoves MMTV-E2-PBK MTV-E2-CSB MTV-E2-MBK MTV-E2-PDB MTV-E2-PFT MTV-E2-PMH Inserts MTV1-E2-CSB MTV1-E2-MBK MTV1-E2-PMH
Reason for recall
Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the unit, turn the small blue dial on the stove or insert to the -4 position and follow the daily maintenance requirements in the owner's manual. They should contact the retailer where the unit was purchased to arrange for free installation of an enhanced control board. The firm's dealers are contacting known purchasers.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15179 |
| Date reported | July 9, 2015 |
| Date initiated | July 9, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 2,000 |
| 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 stop using the unit, turn the small blue dial on the stove or insert to the -4 position and follow the daily mai…
- Check the recall number (15179) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Quadra-Fire® Mt. Vernon E2 pellet stoves and inserts. The cast iron pellet stove is about 32 inches high, 28 inches wide, 29 inches deep and has a matte black, sienna bronze, porcelain mahogany or porcelain black finish. The inserts are about 34 inches wide in front by 24 inches high by 15 inches deep. The viewing area is 21 inches by 14 inches and has a matte black, sienna bronze or porcelain mahogany finish. The following recalled model numbers are printed on the unit rating plate, which is located near the controls and in the instruction manual. Stoves MMTV-E2-PBK MTV-E2-CSB MTV-E2-MBK MTV-E2-PDB MTV-E2-PFT MTV-E2-PMH Inserts MTV1-E2-CSB MTV1-E2-MBK MTV1-E2-PMH. Recalled by Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Fuel can back up, creating unstable combustion and a pressure build up inside the firebox and glass can break, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the unit, turn the small blue dial on the stove or insert to the -4 position and follow the daily maintenance requirements in the owner's manual. They should contact the retailer where the unit was purchased to arrange for free installation of an enhanced control board. The firm's dealers are contacting known purchasers.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 9, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15179.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (15179) 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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