CPSC recall 08277
Fireplace Gas Valves
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Fireplace Gas Valves by American Flame, citing gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08277 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-05-21 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | American Flame |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Fireplace Gas Valves | The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label.
Reason
Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned "off," posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/American-Flame-Recalls-Fireplaces-to-Replace-Gas-Valves-Due-to-Fire-and-Explosion-Hazards
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