L G Sourcing Recalls to Repair Electric Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
Recall 21046 · Dec 9, 2020 · L G Sourcing
48,000
units affected
48,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 21046
- Date
- Dec 9, 2020
- Company
- L G Sourcing
- Units affected
- 48,000
- Product
- allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplaces
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves allen + roth brand 62-inch wide, 5,120-BTU infrared quartz electric fireplaces, Lowe's Item Number 466656. The electric fireplaces are housed in a cherry wood-colored cabinet and have a thermostat and remote control. An insert inside the cabinet simulates a wood-burning fire and provides heat. "FEBO Flame Electric Fireplace Model Number ZHS-30-A" is printed on a white label on the back of the product.
What can happen
Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric fireplaces and contact L G Sourcing to receive a free repair kit and to schedule a free in-home repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 28 reports of overheating, fire, or smoke. Several of these incidents reportedly caused smoke damage to the surrounding area and in one instance smoke inhalation.
- Sold at
- Lowe's stores nationwide and Lowes.com from January 2013 through April 2018 for about $700.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled allen + roth 62-inch electric fireplaces?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric fireplaces and contact L G Sourcing to receive a free repair kit and to schedule a free in-home repair.
What is the hazard?
Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
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.