CPSC Recall in 2018: Miles Industries Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Burn Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-056

Date: December 20, 2018

Product Name: Valor H5 gas fireplaces

Recall Description:

This recall involves Valor H5 gas fireplaces fueled by either natural gas or propane gas. The recalled fireplaces were sold in six different trim options and are a fully enclosed rectangular sheet metal box with a shatter resistant glass front. They were sold with a mesh barrier screen that was installed in front of the glass. The fireplace exhaust is vented to the outside through a ventilation duct. The model number and serial number are printed on a rating sheet behind the trim.Model NumberProduct NameSerial Number Range1100 Natural GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1100N10000 – 1100N121731100 Propane GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1100P20000 – 1100P211321150 Natural GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1150N10000 – 1150N114481150 Propane GasValor H5 Gas Fireplace1150P20000 – 1150P20822

Hazard Description:

The trim around the fireplaces can leak hot exhaust air, posing a burn hazard.  

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 1,000 (in addition, about 1,900 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

Miles Industries has received one report of mantle charring. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Northeast Hearth & Home, Sutter Home & Hearth, Wallace's Stove & Fireplace Hearth stores and other stores nationwide and online from June 2014 through March 2018 for about $5,500.

Manufactured In:

Canada