Wood Burning Stoves Recalled by SCAN Andersen Due to Injury Hazard
Recall 10202 · Apr 22, 2010 · Jøtul AS, Fredrikstad, Norway
200
units affected
200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10202
- Date
- Apr 22, 2010
- Company
- Jøtul AS, Fredrikstad, Norway
- Units affected
- 200
- Product
- SCAN Andersen 10 Wood Burning Stove
- Product type
- Coal or Wood-Burning Stoves
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
The recalled SCAN Andersen 10 wood burning stoves have serial numbers from 7951 through 8267. The serial number is printed on a label applied to the rear panel of the stove. These units are freestanding, black, cast iron stoves with a single front load door with glass pane. Dimensions are 35"H x 26 2/8" W x 16" D.
What can happen
The stove's door can dislodge and fall from its hinges, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should contact their dealer for a hinge replacement kit and to arrange for a free professional installation.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Three incidents were reported to the firm including one report of a bruised foot.
- Sold at
- Company dealers and distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada from March, 2009 to February, 2010.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled scan andersen 10 wood burning stove?
Consumers should contact their dealer for a hinge replacement kit and to arrange for a free professional installation.
What is the hazard?
The stove's door can dislodge and fall from its hinges, posing a risk of injury 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.