I am so sorry about your burns, but glad you were there to deal with the fire while it was small. When my Rowenta travel iron was less than 6 months old, I stepped out of the sewing room for just a minute. I had the iron plugged in, using it all morning, but when I came back into the room I heard a crackling, hissing sound and tons of steam coming from the iron. By the time I got it unplugged, it had scorched a place on my ironing board, but no flames. I was glad I didn't leave the room for more than a minute. The store I had purchased the iron from replaced it and sent the damaged one to Rowenta.
I think Rowenta owes you the cost of replacing your fabric, ironing board cover and iron and any medical bills you may encounter. Let them know you are posting your story on the internet - maybe that will "build a fire" under them to compensate you. Pun intended! After your story and my experience I am thinking about just trashing my replacement Rowenta travel iron.
I hope your hand heals up very quickly. God Bless,
Linda