CPSC2018-02-21
Outdoor Gas Fire Pits Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot; Made by Yayi
Zhejiang Yayi Metal Technology Co., Ltd. dba Yayi, of China
Hazard
The bowl base of the fire pits lacks a heat shield to protect consumers from burns while turning off the propane tank after use, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Yayi for a free repair kit which includes a heat shield and installation instructions.
Sold at
Home Depot stores nationwide and online from August 2016 through November 2017 for about $200.
Affected count
About 58,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of consumers who were burned while turning off the propane tank after using the gas fire pit.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Outdoor Gas Fire Pit Table Patio Heaters
Consumer contact
Yayi toll-free at 855-600-9294 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or by sending an email to customercare@china-yayi.com or online www.china-yayi.com/ and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Outdoor-Gas-Fire-Pits-Recalled-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot-Made-by-YayiDon't want to check this manually?
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