CPSC recall · Reported October 2, 2000
CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves
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 m…
Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp. recalled The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves are single burner units about 5.5 inches in di….
CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves was recalled by Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp. in October 2, 2000. Reason: These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and bu…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have t…. Verify recall #01001 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp. issued this CPSC recall-These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and bu….
- None
- agency class
- October 2, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01001 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01001 |
| Date reported | October 2, 2000 |
| Date initiated | October 2, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp. |
| Affected scope | About 9,600 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have their stove picked up. Consumers returnin…
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