YSN Imports · Recalled
YSN Imports Recalls Refillable Propane Cylinders Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards
The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards.
- Units
- About 24,000 (in addition, 1,100 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $10–$15
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves Flame King, Little Kamper and U-Haul refillable propane cylinders used with outdoor appliances. The serial numbers are printed on the foot ring of the cylinder. The brand logo and size is printed on the front of the cylinder. Brand Size Color Serial Number Range Flame King 14.1 oz. blue 000001 through 004700 Flame King 16.4 oz. green 000001 through 020800 Little Kamper 16 oz. green 000001 through 020800 U-Haul 1 lb. blue 000001 through 004700 U-Haul 1 lb. green 000001 through 020800
The file
- Sold at
- Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Kamps, Propane Depot, U-Haul and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from November 2013 through September 2016 for between $10 and $15.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- Thailand
- Recalled by
- YSN Imports Inc., DBA Flame King, of Gardena, Calif.
Incident log
The firm has received two reports of the connecting valve starting to unscrew from the cylinder. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled propane cylinders and contact YSN Imports for a full refund or replacement propane cylinder.
YSN Imports toll-free at 855-215-4970 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at flameking7685@stericycle.com or online at www.flameking.com and click on "Recall 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.
