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CPSC recall · Reported May 18, 2005

CPSC, Cascade Designs, Inc. Announce Recall of Stove Fuel

A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
05176
Affected scope
About 8,500
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Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash. recalled The recalled fuel is used for outdoor cooking stoves. "MSR® SuperFuel™" is printed on the… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Cascade Designs, Inc. Announce Recall of Stove Fuel was recalled by Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash. in May 18, 2005. Reason: A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fue…. Remedy: (1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is lea…. Verify recall #05176 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fue….

Moderate
severity level
May 18, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05176 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05176) was formally reported on May 18, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 8,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: (1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a location where there are no ignition sources and then transfer the fuel to… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 8,500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled fuel is used for outdoor cooking stoves. "MSR® SuperFuel™" is printed on the label and is packaged in red metal cans. "SUPERFUEL, MSR Cleanest-Burning Liquid Fuel for MSR Stoves," and "32 FL OZ/1 Quart/.946 Liter" are printed across the front of the can. This recall includes cans with batch #502-167 printed on the lower back of the can in light black digits.

Reason for recall

A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

(1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a location where there are no ignition sources and then transfer the fuel to an approved fuel container. (2) Consumers should contact Cascade Designs Inc. to receive a replacement fuel container and funnel.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05176
Date reported May 18, 2005
Date initiated May 18, 2005
Recalling firm Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash.
Affected scope About 8,500
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

(1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a loca…

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This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled fuel is used for outdoor cooking stoves. "MSR® SuperFuel™" is printed on the label and is packaged in red metal cans. "SUPERFUEL, MSR Cleanest-Burning Liquid Fuel for MSR Stoves," and "32 FL OZ/1 Quart/.946 Liter" are printed across the front of the can. This recall includes cans with batch #502-167 printed on the lower back of the can in light black digits.. Recalled by Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash.. Units affected: About 8,500.
Why was this product recalled?
A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
(1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a location where there are no ignition sources and then transfer the fuel to an approved fuel container. (2) Consumers should contact Cascade Designs Inc. to receive a replacement fuel container and funnel.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 18, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05176.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05176) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 18, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.