CPSC recall 11-047, announced November 22, 2010, covers Katadyn North America Camping Stoves and Equipment (about 5,300 units). Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice cites 70 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 755-6701, or go to www.optimusstoves.com/us.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
There are 70 reports of incidents involving the stove's fuel line leaking or damage to O-rings. No injuries or fires have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Camping equipment
- Recall number
- 11-047
- Units
- About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty outdoor and sporting goods retailers in the United States and Canada and on the Internet from January 2009 through September 2010 for between $150 and $180. The pumps and spare parts kits were also sold separately for between $15 and $50.
- Importer
- Katadyn North America Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn.
Camping Stoves and Equipment
CPSC product type: Camping Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Katadyn at (800) 755-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also register for the recall on the firm's website at www.optimusstoves.com/us/
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