Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 23004 · announced October 6, 2022 · Katadyn · 1,100 units affected
The product
This recall involves Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stoves. "Optimus" is printed on the side. The stoves are black metal with silver top burner surfaces, measure about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide and can be used with isobutane-propane fuels. The recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323. The serial number is printed on the black connector to the gas canister.
The hazard
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178.
Consumer contact: Katadyn North America Inc. at 800-755-6701 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.katadyngroup.com/us/en/recall or at www.katadyngroup.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page 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.