Regency Ultimate direct vent gas stove fireplaces recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 15, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Regency Fireplace Products Recalls Gas Stove Fireplaces Due to Explosion and Injury Hazards

Recall number

18156

Brand / firm

FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd., of Canada

Sold / distributed

Fireplace distributors and stores nationwide from January 2001 through January 2018 for about $2,800.

Why it was recalled

The pressure release system can fail and cause the gas stove to explode, posing explosion and injury hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves Regency Ultimate U37 and U39 direct vent gas stove fireplaces. They were sold in black and have gold or silver trim around the glass doors. "Regency" is printed on the front, bottom left corner of the pedestals of the stoves. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall and are printed on a label located on the inside of the front panel door. Model Number Serial Number Range U39 41001 - 42602 223000001 - 223008520 315000001 - 315012548 U37 13735 - 13763 31001 - 31795 221000025 - 221002269 221031585 - 221031745 313000001 - 313000457

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas stoves, turn off the gas supply to the unit, and contact Regency to schedule a free repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.