CPSC Recall in 2011: Wall Mount Fireplaces Recalled by Southern Enterprises Due to Fire and Fall Hazards; Sold Exclusively by Home Shopping Network

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 11-164
Date: March 09, 2011
Product Name: Colin Cowie Gel-Fuel Wood Fireplaces
Recall Description:

This recall involves Colin Cowie dual-positioning, wood wall-mount, gel-fuel fireplace with item No. 955-074. The wooden wall mount fireplace has an espresso-colored finish with copper, silver or antique gold finished metal trim. It may be hung in a horizontal or vertical position. This recall involves units manufactured in July 2010. Lot number SEI/07/001 can be found on a label on the rear of the unit in the upper right hand corner when horizontal.

Hazard Description:

Heat from the operating unit causes the plastic mounting screws to deform causing the unit to fall from the wall, posing a fall and fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 6,000
Incidents:

SEI has received reports of 21 incidents of the product detaching from wall and falling, heat damage, and/or fire. Two reports of personal injuries, including a knee injury and broken toes.

Sold At:

Home Shopping Network between October and November 2010 for about $250.

Manufactured In:

China