CPSC2000-10-02
CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves
Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp.
Hazard
These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and burn hazard. Also, because of a possible problem with the fuel control mechanism, the stoves could flare up or catch fire when operated.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have their stove picked up. Consumers returning their stoves will receive a $25 refund.
Sold at
Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 1999 through July 2000, for between $15 and $25.
Affected count
About 9,600
Injuries reported
Zebco has received one report of butane being shipped in the fuel compartment of a camper stove. There have been no reports of injuries.
Products
The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves
Consumer contact
For more information, call Zebco at (800) 558-9876 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Zebco-Announce-Recall-of-Compact-Camper-StovesDon't want to check this manually?
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