CPSC Recall in 2008: American Flame Recalls Fireplaces to Replace Gas Valves Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-277

Date: May 20, 2008

Product Name: Fireplace Gas Valves

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 12,000

Incidents:

American Flame has received two reports of incidents involving valve failure and continuous gas flow. No injuries or fires have been reported.

Sold At:

Fireplace retailers and distributors nationwide from September 2006 through July 2007 for between $500 and $2,000 for the fireplaces, with additional costs for installation.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan