CPSC2020-12-09
L G Sourcing Recalls to Repair Electric Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
Easy Top Enterprises LTD, of China
Hazard
Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric fireplaces and contact L G Sourcing to receive a free repair kit and to schedule a free in-home repair.
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and Lowes.com from January 2013 through April 2018 for about $700.
Affected count
About 48,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 28 reports of overheating, fire, or smoke. Several of these incidents reportedly caused smoke damage to the surrounding area and in one instance smoke inhalation.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplaces
Consumer contact
L G Sourcing, Inc. toll-free at 888-251-1019 Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, or visit lowes.com and click on Recalls & Product Safety at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/L-G-Sourcing-Recalls-to-Repair-Electric-Fireplaces-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Lowes-StoresDon't want to check this manually?
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