The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14171·Announced 2014-05-09

Coleman Recalls Northstar Liquid Fuel Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard

Coleman is recalling Northstar liquid fuel lanterns because an incorrect gas feed tube can cause fuel leaks, posing fire and burn 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 fire and burn hazard with two reports of the product catching fire, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

The Coleman Company, Inc. is recalling approximately 95 Northstar® Liquid Fuel Lanterns with model number 2000B750 and date codes 10 13 or 11 13. The recall is due to an incorrect gas feed tube installed on the lanterns, which can release too much fuel when lit, posing fire and burn hazards.

The affected lanterns were sold at sporting goods stores nationwide and online at coleman.com from November 2013 through February 2014 for about $125. The model number is printed on the base of the lantern under the lighting instructions, and the date code is stamped on the underside. The green lanterns measure about 13 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 7 inches deep.

The firm has received two reports of lanterns catching fire when fuel unexpectedly leaked from the bottom of the unit, but no injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanterns and contact The Coleman Company, Inc. for a replacement lantern.

The recalled product

Product
Northstar® Liquid Fuel Lanterns
Manufacturer
The Coleman Company, Inc. of Wichita, Kan.
Category
Consumer Product — Lighting Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
95

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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