Sunnyside 1-K Kerosene fuel containers recalled for flash fire and burn hazard
What this means
Sunnyside gallon 1-K Kerosene Heater and Appliance Fluid containers lack safety devices required by federal law and pose a risk of flash fire and serious burns. The recalled batch (26082) was sold online and at hardware stores from May through July 2026.
- Stop using the recalled fuel bottles immediately.
- Keep the bottles out of reach of children and pets.
- Write "RECALLED" on the bottle with permanent marker and take a photo.
- Email the photo to info@sunnysidecorp.com to request a refund.
- Dispose of the fuel according to your local hazardous waste procedures.
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The agency's original wording
The pre-filled fuel containers violate the mandatory safety standards of the Portable Fuel Container Safety Act because they lack flame mitigation devices, posing a deadly risk of flash fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled fuel bottles immediately, place them out of reach of children, and contact Sunnyside for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write "RECALLED" with permanent marker on the bottle; and submit a photo of it to info@sunnysidecorp.com. Consumers should dispose of the fuel bottles in accordance with local and state regulations. Note: Kerosene fuel is hazardous. Fuel containers should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Sunnyside-Corporation-Recalls-1-K-Kerosene-Heater-and-Appliance-Fuel-Containers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Flash-Fire-and-Burn-Hazard-Violates-Mandatory-Standards-for-Portable-Fuel-ContainersWant us to check the next one for you?
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