CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches

Active Recall Announced May 2, 2001 CPSC #01139b

Quick answer

CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches is CPSC recall #01139b, announced on May 2, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall. The remedy is stop using the propane torches immediately. consumers should call harbor freight tools to obtain a refund.. Affected brand: Harbor Freight Tools.

Hazard

The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall.

Affected products

Propane Torches

Recalled brands

Harbor Freight Tools

Remedy

Stop using the propane torches immediately. Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools to obtain a refund.

Recall date

May 2, 2001

Categories

Torches

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #01139b?

CPSC recall #01139b covers CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 2, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #01139b?

The CPSC remedy for recall #01139b is stop using the propane torches immediately. consumers should call harbor freight tools to obtain a refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Announce-Recall-Propane-Torches. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

Not legal advice. RecallDocket aggregates publicly available recall information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for informational purposes only. For the official notice, remedy instructions, and any safety actions, refer to the CPSC source. Information may be incomplete or out of date.

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