Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard

Active Recall Announced February 27, 2019 CPSC #19074

Quick answer

Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard is CPSC recall #19074, announced on February 27, 2019. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any harbor freight tools location for a free replacement propane torch.. Affected brand: Harbor Freight Tools.

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Greenwood propane torches

Recalled brands

Harbor Freight Tools

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.

Recall date

February 27, 2019

Categories

Greenwood propane torches

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #19074?

CPSC recall #19074 covers Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 27, 2019. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #19074?

The CPSC remedy for recall #19074 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any harbor freight tools location for a free replacement propane torch.. 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 Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn 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/2019/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-Propane-Torches-Due-to-Burn-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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