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L G Sourcing Recalls to Repair Electric Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s Stores

  • Recalled allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplace
  •  Back panel with label identifying model number
Name of Product:
allen + roth 62-inch Electric Fireplaces
Hazard:

Wiring connectors in the fireplace can overheat, posing a fire hazard. 

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
December 09, 2020
Units:

About 48,000

Consumer Contact

L G Sourcing, Inc. toll-free at 888-251-1019 Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, or visit lowes.com and click on Recalls & Product Safety at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

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.

Remedy:

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/Injuries:

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 Exclusively At:
Lowe’s stores nationwide and Lowes.com from January 2013 through April 2018 for about $700.
Manufacturer(s):
Easy Top Enterprises LTD, of China
Importer(s):

L G Sourcing, Inc., of Mooresville, N.C.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
21-046

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