CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves
What was recalled
The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves are single burner units about 5.5 inches in diameter with a yellow base bearing an American Camper® logo and black burner plate. The base has diamond-shaped openings on its sides. The stove has an electronic ignition switch and is intended for outdoor use. They have model numbers 2140BF or 2140BFW on the packaging.
Hazard
These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and burn hazard. Also, because of a possible problem with the fuel control mechanism, the stoves could flare up or catch fire when operated.
Injuries
Zebco has received one report of butane being shipped in the fuel compartment of a camper stove. There have been no reports of injuries.
Where it was sold
- Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 1999 through July 2000, for between $15 and $25.
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