CPSC2026-08-13FIRE HAZARD
Sunnyside 1-K Kerosene fuel containers recalled for flash fire and burn hazard
Sunnyside kerosene fuel containers recalled for flash fire risk
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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Hazard
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.
Remedy
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.
Who it affects
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold at
Amazon.com online and Do-It Best Hardware Stores from May 2026 through July 2026 for about $13.
Affected count
About 960
Injuries reported
None reported
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Sunnyside gallon 1-K Kerosene Heater Fluid Portable Fuel Containers
Consumer contact
Sunnyside Corporation toll-free at 800-323-8611 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at info@sunnysidecorp.com, or online at https://www.sunnysidecorp.com/accessibility or https://www.sunnysidecorp.com and click "Accessibility & Recall Information" under the menu icon at the top of the page for more information.
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-ContainersDon't want to check this manually?
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