Coleman · Recalled
Coleman Recalls Northstar Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard
An incorrect gas feed tube was installed on the lantern. When lit, the tube can release too much fuel, posing fire and burn hazards.
- Units
- About 95
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $125
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
This recall involves Northstar® liquid fuel lanterns with model number 2000B750 and date codes 10 13 or 11 13. The model number is printed on the base of the lantern, under the lighting instructions. The date code is stamped on the underside of the lantern. A Coleman logo sticker is affixed to the front of the lantern base. The green lanterns measure about 13" tall by 7" wide by 7" deep.
The file
- Sold at
- Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at coleman.com from November 2013 through February 2014 for about $125.
- Product type
- Lighting Equipment
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- The Coleman Company, Inc. of Wichita, Kan.
Incident log
The firm has received two reports of lanterns catching fire when fuel unexpectedly leaked from the bottom of the unit. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanterns and contact The Coleman Company, Inc. for a replacement lantern.
The Coleman Company, Inc. at (800) 835-3278 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on "Important Safety Information" for more information.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 09 2014; last revised JAN 09 2015.
