The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11339·Announced 2011-09-28

Smart Solar Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Bottles Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

Smart Solar is recalling about 1,400 bottles of Smart Jel Gel Fuel because the pourable fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter, posing burn and flash fire risks.

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/burn) where the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria for hazards where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Smart Solar Inc. is recalling about 1,400 bottles of Smart Jel Gel Fuel. The recalled products are 30-ounce plastic bottles of pourable gel fuel, sold with or without citronella, labeled "Smart Garden" and "SmartJel." The fuel is intended to be poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited.

The recall is due to burn and flash fire hazards. The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby if it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. The source text notes that gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal. No injuries have been reported.

The products were sold online and at selected specialty stores from January 2011 through June 2011 for between $10 and $20. Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Smart Solar at (813) 343-5770 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.smartsolar.com.

The recalled product

Product
Smart Jel Gel Fuel bottles
Manufacturer
Smart Solar Inc., of Oldsmar, Fla.
Category
Consumer Product — Fireplace & Firepots
Hazard
Affected units
1,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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