PlainRecalls
ModerateActive

CPSC recall · Reported November 22, 2010

Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard

Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
11047
Affected scope
About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
View my saved recalls

The CPSC recalled This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the s… - a moderate-severity action.

Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 22, 2010. Reason: Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katad…. Verify recall #11047 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
November 22, 2010
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11047 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #11047) was formally reported on November 22, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada.

The documented reason for this recall is: Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers. 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: Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair. - 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, 3 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

-1,00001,0002,0003,0004,000 20052008201120142017202020232026 1,248
Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

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.

Reason for recall

Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

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 11047
Date reported November 22, 2010
Date initiated November 22, 2010
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
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 immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

  • Check the recall number (11047) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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?
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.. Units affected: About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 22, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11047.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (11047) 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.

Nearby Recalls in This Category

Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.

Compare this recall with Rowenta Recalls Cordless Vacuum Cleaners Due to Risk of Ser… →

Browse all Medical Devices recalls →

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 November 22, 2010. 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.