Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Wood Stoves Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
USHearth & Home Technologies Recalls Wood Stoves Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recalling Firm: Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn.
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedWhen the top load lid of the stove is being used, the handle can become disengaged from the locked position, allowing the lid to unexpectedly slam shut on the consumer's fingers.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Quadra Fire® wood burning stoves, model Explorer III, with serial number range 00706300001-00706300941. The model name and serial numbers are found on the rating plate on the back of the stove. The Explorer III is a cast iron wood stove with a top loading lid feature and comes in black, mahogany, dark blue and frost colors.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedQuadra Fire® Explorer III wood stoves
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Hearth-and-Home-Technologies-Recalls-Wood-Stoves |
| Title | Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Wood Stoves Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/woodstove1_0.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Explorer III Wood Stove |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/woodstove2_0.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Explorer III Wood Stove |
| Hazards › Name | When the top load lid of the stove is being used, the handle can become disengaged from the locked position, allowing the lid to unexpectedly slam shut on the consumer's fingers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received five reports of incidents, including two reports involving minor injuries when fingers got caught in the lid. |
| Products › Name | Quadra Fire® Explorer III wood stoves |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 650 |
| Recall I D | 7889 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using wood stove and contact Hearth & Home Technologies for a free repair kit. The firm's dealers are contacting all known purchasers. |
| Retailers › Name | Fireside Hearth & Home stores and Hearth & Home Technologies independent dealers from February 2015 through August 2016 for about $3,000 |
| Recall Date | 2016-10-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Quadra Fire® wood burning stoves, model Explorer III, with serial number range 00706300001-00706300941. The model name and serial numbers are found on the rating plate on the back of the stove. The Explorer III is a cast iron wood stove with a top loading lid feature and comes in black, mahogany, dark blue and frost colors. |
| Recall Number | 17706 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Hearth & Home Technologies of Lakeville, Minn. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Hearth & Home Technologies at 800-883-6690 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.hearthnhome.com and click on "Notices" for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-10-27T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Wood Stoves Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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