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CPSC, CFM Corporation Announce Recall of Fireplace Remote Receivers

Reported: April 28, 2004 Initiated: April 28, 2004 #04127

Product Description

Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers were sold with the HES40R and HES40 electric fireplaces/stoves and sold as accessory items for CFM DEF33/36, DEF36S2, Addision, DEF26, and HE32EF electric fireplaces and stoves. The recalled remote receivers have the words "Majestic Vermont Castings" on a label affixed to the face of the receiver. Model number ERX15 B can be found on the CSA approval sticker on the back of the remote receiver.

Reason for Recall

The circuit board can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.

Remedy

The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers were sold with the HES40R and HES40 electric fireplaces/stoves and sold as accessory items for CFM DEF33/36, DEF36S2, Addision, DEF26, and HE32EF electric fireplaces and stoves. The recalled remote receivers have the words "Majestic Vermont Castings" on a label affixed to the face of the receiver. Model number ERX15 B can be found on the CSA approval sticker on the back of the remote receiver.. Recalled by CFM Corporation, of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Units affected: 4,360.
Why was this product recalled?
The circuit board can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 28, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04127.