Agio International Recalls Outdoor Gas Fire Columns Sold Exclusively at Costco Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 10728 · Apr 1, 2010 · Agio International
5,800
units affected
5,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10728
- Date
- Apr 1, 2010
- Company
- Agio International
- Units affected
- 5,800
- Product
- Patio Glow Outdoor Gas Fire Columns
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled product is a propane gas fire column used for outdoor ambiance. The base of the column is rectangular with brick styling. The top has a bowl shape with lava rocks. This unit does not include ceramic logs. Only products with serial numbers running sequentially from 0081959SD through 0087754SD are affected. The model number GFP207 and the serial number are printed on a label that is located inside the door on the base.
What can happen
Gas can leak from connections in the column, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the fire columns immediately and return the columns to any Costco retail outlet to receive a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Agio has received five reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Costco from August 2009 through February 2010 for about $200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled patio glow outdoor gas fire columns?
Consumers should stop using the fire columns immediately and return the columns to any Costco retail outlet to receive a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Gas can leak from connections in the column, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.