CPSC recall 01-001, announced October 2, 2000, covers Zebco The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves (about 9,600 units). These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and burn hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have their stove picked up. Recall contact: call (800) 558-9876.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 2140BF, 2140BFW.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
Zebco has received one report of butane being shipped in the fuel compartment of a camper stove. There have been no reports of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have their stove picked up. Consumers returning their stoves will receive a $25 refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Zebco
- Manufacturer
- Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp.
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 01-001
- Units
- About 9,600
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 1999 through July 2000, for between $15 and $25.
The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves
CPSC product type: Camping Items
Recall contact information
For more information, call Zebco at (800) 558-9876 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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