Camp Stoves Sold Exclusively at Dick's Sporting Goods Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
Recall 09123 · Feb 10, 2009 · Rankam Group Ltd.
6,700
units affected
6,700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09123
- Date
- Feb 10, 2009
- Company
- Rankam Group Ltd.
- Units affected
- 6,700
- Product
- Field & Stream Dual Burner Camp Stoves
- Product type
- Camping Items
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the "Field & Stream" dual burner camp stove, which is a propane-fueled portable stove. The style number (#CEH00475) can be located on the product's packaging. The "Field & Stream" logo is on the back panel of the stove behind the burners.
What can happen
Gas could flow at a rate that would produce higher than expected flames. Rainwater in the burners can also prevent proper ignition and allow gas to build-up and ignite unexpectedly. These conditions pose burn hazards to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the camp stoves immediately, and contact Dick's Sporting Goods to receive a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Dick's Sporting Goods stores nationwide and on the firm's Web site from January 2008 to October 2008 for between $100 and $120.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled field & stream dual burner camp stoves?
Consumers should stop using the camp stoves immediately, and contact Dick's Sporting Goods to receive a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
Gas could flow at a rate that would produce higher than expected flames. Rainwater in the burners can also prevent proper ignition and allow gas to build-up and ignite unexpectedly. These conditions pose burn hazards to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.