The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01001·Announced 2000-10-02

Zebco Recalls American Camper Compact Butane Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

Zebco is recalling about 9,600 American Camper Compact Butane Stoves because they may contain fuel or malfunction, posing a fire and burn risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Zebco, a division of Brunswick Corp., is recalling approximately 9,600 American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves. The recalled stoves are single-burner units with a yellow base and black burner plate, featuring model numbers 2140BF or 2140BFW on the packaging. These products were sold at sporting goods, camping supply, and mass merchandise stores nationwide from May 1999 through July 2000 for between $15 and $25.

The recall was initiated because the stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, creating a fire and burn hazard. Additionally, a potential issue with the fuel control mechanism may cause the stoves to flare up or catch fire during operation. Zebco has received one report of butane being shipped in the fuel compartment, but there have been no reports of injuries.

Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately. To arrange for a pickup and receive a $25 refund, consumers should call Zebco at (800) 558-9876 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves
Manufacturer
Zebco, of Tulsa, Okla., a division of Brunswick Corp.
Category
Consumer Product — Camping Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
9,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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