CPSC recall · Reported February 27, 2019
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard
The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed, posing a burn hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves two models of the Greenwood-branded propane torches. The torches wit….
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 27, 2019. Reason: The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbo…. Verify recall #19074 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed….
- None
- agency class
- February 27, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19074 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.
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Product description
This recall involves two models of the Greenwood-branded propane torches. The torches with no igniter have SKU number 61589 and the torches with a push button igniter have SKU number 61595. The torches have a steel nozzle, a flow valve, a blue grip and a black or orange hose. The SKU number is printed on a sticker located on the pipe that leads to the nozzle on the product packaging and on the manual. Only propane torches that do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs are included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 19074 |
| Date reported | February 27, 2019 |
| Date initiated | February 27, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 150,000 |
| 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 torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free repl…
- Check the recall number (19074) 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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