CPSC2022-10-06
Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
Katadyn North America Inc., of Rocklin, Calif.
Hazard
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners.
Sold at
Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178.
Affected count
About 1,100 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Romania
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves
Consumer contact
Katadyn North America Inc. at 800-755-6701 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.katadyngroup.com/us/en/recall or at www.katadyngroup.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Katadyn-North-America-Recalls-Optimus-Gemini-Portable-Gas-Stoves-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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