The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09063·Announced 2008-12-11

Wolf Steel Recalls Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts Due to Laceration Hazard

Wolf Steel is recalling about 1,200 Napoleon propane gas fireplace inserts because delayed ignition can cause the glass cover to shatter, posing a laceration risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (shattering glass) where injury has been reported (minor lacerations), but no serious injuries or deaths are documented, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products.

Plain-English summary

Wolf Steel USA is recalling about 1,200 Napoleon propane GDI44 gas fireplace inserts. The recall was initiated due to a laceration hazard caused by the potential for the insert's glass cover to break. This breakage can occur if propane gas builds up and causes a delayed ignition. The affected model number is GDI44, which is located on the front cover of the operating instructions or on the rating label behind the right side panel. The glass size is 36 inches wide and 22 inches high. Napoleon natural gas GDI44 inserts are not affected by this recall.

The inserts were sold at authorized Napoleon fireplace hearth dealers nationwide from July 2002 through September 2008 for about $2,000. Wolf Steel has received one report of a consumer who suffered minor lacerations when the glass cover shattered.

Consumers should immediately stop using the fireplace and contact Wolf Steel to receive a free repair kit. For additional information, consumers can contact Wolf Steel toll-free at (866) 539-2039 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.napoleonfireplaces.com.

The recalled product

Product
Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts
Manufacturer
Wolf Steel USA, of Crittenden, Ky.
Category
Consumer Product — Fireplaces & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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