Recall of 22 models of Hussong gas fireplaces and inserts with American Flame control modules due to explosion risk. Consumers must stop using and have ignition board replaced free.
The main control module can allow gas to be released and buildup in the burner area, posing an explosion hazard.
Hussong Manufacturing recalls 22 models of gas fireplaces and inserts that use American Flame control modules. The control module can cause gas buildup and explosions if not fixed, so users must stop using them immediately.
The main control module can release gas into the burner area, causing buildup that may explode. This happens when the control module fails to properly manage gas flow during operation.
Homeowners with any of the 22 recalled models (Kozy Heat, Ambiance, or Stellar Hearth) purchased between October 2009 and April 2013 are affected. Those using the units without the free ignition board replacement are at highest risk.
Check for a silver testing label attached by a chain next to the gas valve. The label shows the model name, serial number, manufacture date, and product name (e.g., Kozy Heat Chaska).
Immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts to prevent explosion risk.
Turn off the gas to the unit at the main valve to eliminate ongoing risk while waiting for repairs.
Contact your dealer or Hussong Manufacturing to have the ignition board on the main control module replaced free of charge.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts, turn off the gas to the units and contact the dealer where the unit was purchased or Hussong Manufacturing to have the ignition board on the fireplace main control module replaced free of charge.
Check for a silver testing label attached by a chain next to the gas valve. It shows the model name, serial number, manufacture date, and product name (e.g., Kozy Heat Chaska).
The recall record does not specify what to do if the label is missing.
Contact your dealer where you purchased the unit or Hussong Manufacturing directly to have the ignition board replaced free of charge.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hussong to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1651 — Hussong Kozy Heat, Ambiance and Stellar Hearth gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts Hello, I own a Kozy Heat, Ambiance and Stellar Hearth gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts that is covered by recall 1651 from Hussong. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and fireplace inserts, turn off the gas to the units and contact the dealer where the unit was purchased or Hussong Manufacturing to have the ignition board on the fireplace main control module replaced free of charge. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
