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United States Stove Company Recalls Pellet Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: October 22, 2015 Initiated: October 22, 2015 #16017

Product Description

The recall includes United States Stove Company's HomComfort 2400 24K BTU Pellet Heater/Stoves. These steel and polycarbonate products are gray and are used as a window mounted heating appliance. The heaters measure about 21.5 inches high by 24.5 inches deep by 23 inches wide. Serial numbers included in the recall are 0451 through 4420, 5681 through 5890 and 6301 through 6310. The firm name and serial number are printed on the faceplate attached by screws on the front bottom of the unit.

Reason for Recall

The internal fire box baffle can degrade, overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug these units, stop using the product and return the circuit board and serial face plate to the firm for $868 cash or $1,200 credit towards the purchase of any United States Stove Company product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall includes United States Stove Company's HomComfort 2400 24K BTU Pellet Heater/Stoves. These steel and polycarbonate products are gray and are used as a window mounted heating appliance. The heaters measure about 21.5 inches high by 24.5 inches deep by 23 inches wide. Serial numbers included in the recall are 0451 through 4420, 5681 through 5890 and 6301 through 6310. The firm name and serial number are printed on the faceplate attached by screws on the front bottom of the unit.. Units affected: About 4,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The internal fire box baffle can degrade, overheat and pose a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately unplug these units, stop using the product and return the circuit board and serial face plate to the firm for $868 cash or $1,200 credit towards the purchase of any United States Stove Company product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 22, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16017.