Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced November 22, 2010 CPSC #11047

Quick answer

Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #11047, announced on November 22, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact katadyn to receive a free repair.. Affected brand: Katadyn North America Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn..

Hazard

This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.

Affected products

Camping Stoves and Equipment

Recalled brands

Katadyn North America Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

Recall date

November 22, 2010

Categories

Camping Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #11047?

CPSC recall #11047 covers Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 22, 2010. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.

What is the remedy for recall #11047?

The CPSC remedy for recall #11047 is consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact katadyn to receive a free repair.. 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 Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard 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/2010/Camping-Stoves-and-Equipment-Recalled-by-Katadyn-North-America-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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