The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·95176·Announced 1995-10-04

Gaslow LP Gas Monitor Gauges Recalled Due to Fire and Explosion Risk

CPSC and Reca are recalling 31,000 Gaslow LP Gas Monitor Gauges because they may leak flammable propane, causing fires and burn injuries.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect leading to fire and explosion risks, with reported burn injuries, meeting the criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the Reca Division of the Cavagna Group of Italy are recalling 31,000 Gaslow brand liquid propane (LP) Gas Monitor Gauges. The recall is due to a defect where some gauges may leak highly flammable propane gas, which could ignite or explode. CPSC is aware of five incidents where gas leaks caught fire, and two of these fires resulted in burn injuries.

The affected gauges are model number GS-1 and item number 13742. They are intended for use on portable liquid propane tanks used for gas grills, recreational vehicles, and boats. The gauges feature an L-shaped design with a 3.3-inch copper-colored base and a black dial with a black, green, and yellow face. They were sold nationwide through home supply and home improvement stores during July and August 1994 for between $20 and $25.

Consumers who own gauges with date codes "03/94" or "04/94" stamped on the square end of the gauge should call Reca at 866-422-8246 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CDT for a free replacement gauge. Consumers should ensure the gas valve on their propane tank is turned off before disconnecting the regulator.

The recalled product

Product
Gaslow liquid propane (LP) Gas Monitor Gauges
Manufacturer
Gaslow
Category
Consumer Product — Gas/Propane Equipment
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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