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CPSC recall · Reported September 7, 2011

Lamplight Farms Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards

The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the con…

Recall #
11346
Affected scope
About 217,000 bottles and jugs
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Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. recalled This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in one-quart plastic bottles. They are s… - a moderate-severity action.

Lamplight Farms Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards was recalled by Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. in September 7, 2011. Reason: The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured i…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in fire pots and call Lampl…. Verify recall #11346 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured i….

Moderate
severity level
September 7, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11346 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #11346) was formally reported on September 7, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 217,000 bottles and jugs.

The documented reason for this recall is: The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not a… 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 pourable gel fuel in fire pots and call Lamplight Farms to arrange for the gel fuel to be returned to Lamplight for a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 217,000 bottles and jugs

Related Recalls

6

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Product description

This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in one-quart plastic bottles. They are sold with or without citronella. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic fire pots. The label on the container reads "TIKI® GEL FUEL." The following products are included in this recall: Size Scent UPC 1 QT Natural 086861094105 1 QT Citronella 086861100455

Reason for recall

The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the fire pot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in fire pots and call Lamplight Farms to arrange for the gel fuel to be returned to Lamplight for a full refund.

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 11346
Date reported September 7, 2011
Date initiated September 7, 2011
Recalling firm Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.
Affected scope About 217,000 bottles and jugs
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 pourable gel fuel in fire pots and call Lamplight Farms to arrange for the gel fuel t…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in one-quart plastic bottles. They are sold with or without citronella. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic fire pots. The label on the container reads "TIKI® GEL FUEL." The following products are included in this recall: Size Scent UPC 1 QT Natural 086861094105 1 QT Citronella 086861100455. Recalled by Lamplight Farms Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis.. Units affected: About 217,000 bottles and jugs.
Why was this product recalled?
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a fire pot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the fire pot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in fire pots and call Lamplight Farms to arrange for the gel fuel to be returned to Lamplight for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 7, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11346.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (11346) 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 September 7, 2011. 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.