Jøtul Gas-Fired Stoves
Published June 14, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05196, published June 14, 2005. Recalling firm: Jøtul North America, of Portland, Maine; Reported units: About 3,200.
What's the hazard
Movement or misplacement of the stove's burner can allow propane gas to settle in the heater, resulting in delayed ignition. The delayed ignition could shatter the door glass and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should stop using their LP fueled stoves immediately, shut off the gas supply and contact their Jøtul dealers to make arrangements for a free repair. Consumers with recalled units are being personally contacted by dealers who sold the products. Consumers who think that they have recalled units and who have not yet been contacted, should call their dealer for information.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Jøtul North America, of Portland, Maine
- Manufacturer
- Jøtul North America, of Portland, Maine
- Distributor
- Dealers and distributors of Jøtul products nationwide sold the GF 100 DV II Nordic QT model for about $1,100 and the GF 200 DV II Lillehammer model for about $1,300, from June 2004 through early April 2005.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Jøtul Gas-Fired Stoves recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05196 on June 14, 2005. Reported hazard: Movement or misplacement of the stove's burner can allow propane gas to settle in the heater, resulting in delayed ignition. The delayed ignition could shatter the door glass and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using their LP fueled stoves immediately, shut off the gas supply and contact their Jøtul dealers to make arrangements for a free repair. Consumers with recalled units are being personally contacted by dealers who sold the products. Consumers who think that they have recalled units and who have not yet been contacted, should call their dealer for information.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Jøtul North America, of Portland, Maine.