Outdoor Gas Fire Pits Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot; Made by Yayi
CPSC recall 18104 · announced February 21, 2018 · Zhejiang Yayi Metal Technology Co., Ltd. Dba Yayi · 58,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Hampton Bay 50,000 BTU, 30 inch Cross Ridge Outdoor Gas Fire Pit Table Patio Heaters with model number G-FTB51057B and UPC 6944937601579. The fire pit has an antique bronze finish with a natural slate tabletop and a black base that holds a propane tank. The model and UPC are printed on the product's packaging.
The hazard
The bowl base of the fire pits lacks a heat shield to protect consumers from burns while turning off the propane tank after use, posing a burn hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Yayi for a free repair kit which includes a heat shield and installation instructions. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received three reports of consumers who were burned while turning off the propane tank after using the gas fire pit.
Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide and online from August 2016 through November 2017 for about $200.
Consumer contact: Yayi toll-free at 855-600-9294 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or by sending an email to customercare@china-yayi.com or online www.china-yayi.com/ and click on Recall for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.