CPSC recall · Reported July 13, 2017
YSN Imports Recalls Refillable Propane Cylinders Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards
The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards.
Ysn Imports Inc., DBA Flame King, of Gardena, Calif. recalled This recall involves Flame King, Little Kamper and U-Haul refillable propane cylinders us….
YSN Imports Recalls Refillable Propane Cylinders Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards was recalled by Ysn Imports Inc., DBA Flame King, of Gardena, Calif. in July 13, 2017. Reason: The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled propane cylinders and contact YSN Im…. Verify recall #17186 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ysn Imports Inc., DBA Flame King, of Gardena, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards..
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- agency class
- July 13, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17186 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
This recall involves Flame King, Little Kamper and U-Haul refillable propane cylinders used with outdoor appliances. The serial numbers are printed on the foot ring of the cylinder. The brand logo and size is printed on the front of the cylinder. Brand Size Color Serial Number Range Flame King 14.1 oz. blue 000001 through 004700 Flame King 16.4 oz. green 000001 through 020800 Little Kamper 16 oz. green 000001 through 020800 U-Haul 1 lb. blue 000001 through 004700 U-Haul 1 lb. green 000001 through 020800
Reason for recall
The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled propane cylinders and contact YSN Imports for a full refund or replacement propane cylinder.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17186 |
| Date reported | July 13, 2017 |
| Date initiated | July 13, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Ysn Imports Inc., DBA Flame King, of Gardena, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 24,000 (in addition, 1,100 were sold 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 recalled propane cylinders and contact YSN Imports for a full refund or replacement p…
- Check the recall number (17186) 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
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