Valor H5 gas fireplaces recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 20, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Miles Industries Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Burn Hazard

Recall number

19056

Brand / firm

Miles Industries Ltd., of Canada

Sold / distributed

Northeast Hearth & Home, Sutter Home & Hearth, Wallace's Stove & Fireplace Hearth stores and other stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through March 2018 for about $5,500.

Why it was recalled

The trim around the fireplaces can leak hot exhaust air, posing a burn hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Valor H5 gas fireplaces fueled by either natural gas or propane gas. The recalled fireplaces were sold in six different trim options and are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a shatter resistant glass front. They were sold with a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplace 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. Model Number Product Name Serial Number Range 1100 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100N10000 - 1100N12173 1100 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1100P20000 - 1100P21132 1150 Natural Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150N10000 - 1150N11448 1150 Propane Gas Valor H5 Gas Fireplace 1150P20000 - 1150P20822

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact Miles Industries to schedule a free repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.