CPSC recall 23-004, announced October 6, 2022, covers Katadyn North America Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves (about 1,100 units). The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. 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. Recall contact: call 800-755-6701, or go to www.katadyngroup.com/us/en/recall.
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 recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
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.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Ranges & stoves
- Recall number
- 23-004
- Units
- About 1,100 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Romania
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178.
- Importer
- Katadyn North America Inc., of Rocklin, Calif.
Recall contact information
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.
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