Marshall Group Recalls Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-10-11 · 12007
Hazards
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly to the consumer and expel onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that expels and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Recall
Number
12007
Date
2011-10-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Retailer(s)
Gift shops, home and garden stores, and online stores nationwide from November 2010 until August 2011 for between $7.99 and $11.99.
Distributor(s)
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 32 oz. clear plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "PatioGlo bio-fuel gel" or "Citronella PatioGlo". The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are included in this recall: Size Model Number SKU 32 oz. PG-32 845095015023 32 oz. PGC-32 (Citronella) 845095015030