CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2000-10-02 · 01001
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
01001
Date
2000-10-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp.
Retailer(s)
Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 1999 through July 2000, for between $15 and $25.
Description
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.