CPSC2013-06-13
Texsport Recalls Cedar Lake Heater/Cookers Due to Fire Hazard
Texsport, of Houston, TX.
Hazard
The regulator on the heater/cooker malfunctions when a user switches from a cooking to heating option, or vice versa, the gas propane turns to liquid, which can flare easily and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for information about how to return the product and receive a full refund.
Sold at
Various sporting goods, outdoor and Army/Navy stores nationwide, and online at Sears.com, Kmart.com and Amazon.com from May 2012 to February 2013 for about $37.
Affected count
About 325
Injuries reported
There was one incident of fire reported. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Cedar Lake Propane Heater/Cooker
Consumer contact
Texsport at (800) 231-1402 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.texsport.com and click on RECALL link.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Texsport-Recalls-Cedar-Lake-Heater-CookersDon't want to check this manually?
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