CPSC, Century Tool and Manufacturing Announce Recall of Camping Stoves
CPSC recall 03063 · announced December 26, 2002 · Century Tool And Manufacturing Co · 6,300 units affected
The product
The recalled stoves include the Century, Hillary, and LL Bean brand names. The stoves have a drip tray, two or three burners, and a black or green base, with a label identifying the brand name. The manufacturing date (050202 through 073102) and model number (4660, 4665, 4675, 4730, 4960, 72861, and 4960LLB) are printed on the inside of the stove's lid.
The hazard
The burner assembly in the stoves can restrict the flow of gas, which can cause a leak. The leaking gas can ignite and weaken the hose, causing it to separate from the stove and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm that announced the recall is no longer in business. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the previous owner to arrange for returning the product and receiving a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Century Tool and Manufacturing has received eight reports of hoses separating from the stove, causing one minor injury.
Sold at: Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 2002 through September 2002, for up to $90.
Consumer contact: The firm that announced the recall is no longer in business. Consumers should contact the previous owner at campstoverecall@gmail.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.