CPSC2011-03-08
Sunjoy Industries Recalls Outdoor Wood Burning Fireplaces Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Due to Fire Hazard
Sunjoy Industries Group Limited, of Steubenville, Ohio
Hazard
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.
Sold at
Lowe's retail stores nationwide from March 2010 through November 2010 for about $300.
Affected count
About 20,000 in the United States and 400 in Canada
Injuries reported
Sunjoy has received 14 reports of the chimney's decorative powder coat finish catching fire, resulting in one report of melted siding. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Freestanding Steel Outdoor Fireplaces
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sunjoy toll-free at (877) 343-5651 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sunjoydirect.com/fireplacerecall.htm. Consumers can also email the firm atfireplacerecall@sunjoydirect.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Sunjoy-Industries-Recalls-Outdoor-Wood-Burning-Fireplaces-Sold-Exclusively-at-LowesDon't want to check this manually?
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