The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11729·Announced 2011-03-24

Kingsman Fireplaces Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard

Kingsman Fireplaces is recalling about 40 Skyline Marquis collection gas fireplaces because delayed ignition can shatter the glass door, 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 (laceration from shattering glass) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Kingsman Fireplaces, of Canada, is recalling about 40 direct vent gas fireplaces sold under the name "Skyline Marquis collection." The recalled units run on propane gas and include model numbers MQRB3328LP, MQRB3328LPE, MQRB3328LPT, MQRB3328LPTE, MQRB4236LP, MQRB4236LPE, MQRB4236LPT, and MQRB4236LPTE. The model number is located on the rating plate on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control.

The recall is due to a laceration hazard. Delayed ignition can cause the fireplace's propane gas to explode and break or shatter the glass door. Kingsman Fireplaces has received two reports of fireplace glass doors breaking, but no injuries have been reported.

The fireplaces were sold at authorized distributors and specialty fireplace stores nationwide from April 2008 through December 2010 for between $1,700 and $2,900. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and turn off the gas supply to the fireplace. They should contact Kingsman Fireplaces to schedule a free repair.

The recalled product

Product
Gas Fireplaces
Manufacturer
Kingsman Fireplaces, of Canada
Category
Consumer Product — Fireplaces
Hazard
Affected units
40

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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