Recalls / 2010-12-16
Sterno Recalls Portable Butane Stoves Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
11070 · Recalled 2010-12-16 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled portable butane stoves have model numbers STO6001 and 50006. The single burner stoves are black and measure about 14 inches wide x 12 inches long x 4 inches high. They use an eight-ounce butane canister as the fuel source. "Sterno" is printed on the front of the stove. The model number and UPC 0-27371-50006-9 or UPC 0-76642-06001-6 is printed on the stove's packaging.
Hazards
The stove's "on-off" valve can fail to close completely when turned to the "off" position, causing butane to leak from the stove. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
Sterno has received one report of a stove failing to completely shut off. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable butane stoves and contact Sterno for instructions to return the units to Sterno for a free replacement stove. Do not return the stoves to the place of purchase.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Sterno Portable Butane Stoves | About 37,500 |
Parties
- Importer
- The Sterno Group LLC, of Des Plaines, Ill.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Sporting goods stores, other retail, including Puerto Rico, from September 2009 through September 2010, to restaurants, restaurant supply stores, $30.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sterno toll-free at (877) 478-3766 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.sterno.com
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Source: CPSC recall 11070. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.