Product Recall Number: 21-046
Why was allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplaces recalled?
Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Product Recall Number: 21-046
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2020-12-09
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplaces
Description: This recall involves allen + roth brand 62-inch wide, 5,120-BTU infrared quartz electric fireplaces, Lowe’s Item Number 466656. The electric fireplaces are housed in a cherry wood-colored cabinet and have a thermostat and remote control. An insert inside the cabinet simulates a wood-burning fire and provides heat. “FEBO Flame Electric Fireplace Model Number ZHS-30-A” is printed on a white label on the back of the product.
Hazard Description: Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 48,000
Incidents: 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.
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.
Importers: L G Sourcing, Inc., of Mooresville, N.C.
Manufacturers: Easy Top Enterprises LTD, of China
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed