Texas Northlight Tabletop Fireplace Burn Lawsuit

In May 2026, the CPSC warned consumers to immediately stop using Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces due to a risk of serious or fatal burns from pool fires and flame jetting.

Need a Texas Tabletop Fireplace Burn Lawyer? Collen A. Clark is a true advocate for his clients and is passionate about helping Texans that have been injured or wronged. If you were burned by a Northlight tabletop fireplace, contact our lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit.

Quick Facts: Northlight Tabletop Fireplace Recall

• Warned by: The CPSC (retailer Gordon Companies Inc. refused to recall)
• Product: Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces
• Warning date: May 7, 2026
• Item numbers: IF91990, IF91991, IF91992, IF91993, IF91994, IF91996, IF91997
• Hazard: Uncontrolled pool fires and flame jetting, which can result in serious or fatal burns
• Sold at: NorthlightSeasonal.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, BestBuy.com, HomeDepot.com
• Price range: $35 to $90
• Recall status: No recall issued — retailer refused
• Official source: CPSC Safety Warning #26-473

Northlight Tabletop Fireplaces Linked to Pool Fires and Flame Jetting

In May 2026, the CPSC issued a warning urging consumers to immediately stop using Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces due to a serious fire hazard and a risk of burn injuries.

According to the CPSC warning, there is a risk of uncontrolled pool fires where flames burn across the surface of pooled or spilled alcohol, as well as flame jetting from fuel containers, which may result in serious or fatal burns.

The CPSC’s Northlight warning follows a broader 2025 consumer alert on alcohol and liquid-burning fire pits, which cited 2 deaths and dozens of serious burn injuries reported nationally for the broader product category.

Is This a Recall?

No. Gordon Companies Inc., the retailer of the Northlight fireplaces, has not agreed to a recall. The company objects to the CPSC’s warning, which means these products may remain in homes and on resale websites across the country.

What Is the Burn Hazard?

The Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces are open containers that require the consumer to pour liquid fuel into the container and then ignite the pooled liquid in the same location it was poured. The CPSC has identified two distinct hazards with this design.

The first is a pool fire. According to the CPSC, isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, ethanol/bioethanol, and similar liquid fuels can burn with flame temperatures over 1,600°F and can cause third degree burns in less than one second.

Igniting a pool of alcohol or other liquid fuel in the fire pit’s open container can result in an uncontrolled pool fire, which can suddenly produce larger, hotter flames that can spread beyond the fire pit product.

Another risk is flame jetting. The CPSC describes this hazard as follows:

“Flame jetting, another hazard, can occur when refilling the fire pit if any flame is present. A small flame in the fire pit can be hard to see and can ignite the vapor inside a fuel container as the fuel is poured, causing an explosion that propels flames and burning liquid onto the consumer or bystanders.”

Reported burn injuries from this category of product can include:

• Third-degree burns to the hands, arms, face, and torso
• Burns from clothing ignition
• Burns to bystanders standing near the fireplace when flames jetted
• Hospitalizations requiring skin grafts or burn unit care
• Fatal burn injuries

Which Products Are Affected?

The CPSC’s warning covers the following item numbers, which can be found on the product packaging:

• Northlight IF91990 — Portable Fireplace, 10.5″, White
• Northlight IF91991 — Portable Fireplace, 10.5″, Silver
• Northlight IF91992 — Portable Fireplace, 13.75″, Black
• Northlight IF91993 — Portable Fireplace, 15″, Black
• Northlight IF91994 — Portable Fireplace, 11.5″, Black
• Northlight IF91996 — Portable Triple Fireplace, 17.75″, Black
• Northlight IF91997 — Portable Fireplace, 19.75″, Black

The fireplaces have a white, silver, or black base and were manufactured in China.

Where Were They Sold?

The Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces were sold online at NorthlightSeasonal.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, BestBuy.com, HomeDepot.com and other websites for about $35 to $90.

The CPSC is urging consumers to stop using the tabletop fireplaces immediately and dispose of them. The agency also states that these products should not be sold or given away. For updates, consumers can visit the CPSC’s Northlight safety warning page or report incidents to SaferProducts.gov.

How Many People Were Burned?

The CPSC’s May 2026 warning on Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces does not include a Northlight-specific injury count.

However, in the agency’s broader 2025 alert on alcohol and liquid-burning fire pits that violate voluntary standards, the CPSC reported 2 deaths and dozens of serious burn injuries nationally.

With Northlight tabletop fireplaces sold online at Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Home Depot, and other major retailers, the actual number of affected Texans could be higher than what has been officially reported. If you or a family member was burned, our lawyers may be able to help.

Previous CPSC Action on Liquid-Burning Fire Pits

The CPSC has been escalating its warnings on this category of product. In 2025, the agency issued a consumer alert telling people to stop using alcohol and other liquid-burning fire pits that violate voluntary standards, citing 2 deaths and dozens of serious burn injuries nationally.

The May 2026 warning on Northlight follows that pattern. It identifies a specific brand and seven specific item numbers, names the retailer that refused to issue a recall, and tells consumers to dispose of the products rather than wait for a remedy.

Legal Help for Burn Victims in Texas

When a fueled fire pit produces a sudden pool fire or flame jetting, the burns can be catastrophic. Third-degree burns from flame temperatures over 1,600°F can require skin grafts, burn unit care, and long-term reconstructive surgery. In the most severe cases, they can be fatal.

Texans who were burned by a Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplace may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and other damages. A Texas product liability lawyer can help you understand your legal options.

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