Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported July 30, 2020
Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatte…
Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada recalled This recall involves two models of Valor H5 propane gas fireplaces: Model 1150ILP with se… - a moderate-severity action.
Miles Industries Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled by Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada in July 30, 2020. Reason: Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner igniti…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their Valor f…. Verify recall #20768 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner igniti….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20768 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #20768) was formally reported on July 30, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 370 (In addition, about 1,050 units were sold in Canada) (Valor H5 gas fireplaces were previously recalled on December 2018.).
The documented reason for this recall is: Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter, posing burn and laceration hazards. 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 fireplaces and contact their Valor fireplace retailer or contractor to schedule a free repair. Miles Industries is contacting all known purchasers… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 370 (In addition, about 1,050 units were sold in Canada) (Valor H5 gas fireplaces were previously recalled on December 2018.)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
This recall involves two models of Valor H5 propane gas fireplaces: Model 1150ILP with serial number ranging from 20001 through 20365 and model 1150JLP with serial number ranging from 20366 through 21502. The recalled fireplaces were sold in seven different trim and front options with a log set and a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplaces are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a glass front. The exhaust is vented to the outside through a ventilation duct. The model number and serial number are printed on a rating sheet behind the trim.
Delayed ignition due to pilot degradation can cause gas in the fireplace to accumulate prior to burner ignition. When ignition takes place, it can cause the glass window to shatter, posing burn and laceration hazards.
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.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 20768 |
| Date reported | July 30, 2020 |
| Date initiated | July 30, 2020 |
| Recalling firm | Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada |
| Affected scope | About 370 (In addition, about 1,050 units were sold in Canada) (Valor H5 gas fireplaces were previously recalled on December 2018.) |
| 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 fireplaces and contact their Valor fireplace retailer or contractor to sched…
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