Reported Oct 6, 2022
Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
Katadyn North America Inc. of Rocklin, Calif.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners.
Firm contact: Katadyn North America Inc. at 800-755-6701 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.katadyngroup.com/us/en/recall or at www.katadyngroup.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves
- Amount recalled
- About 1,100 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178..
Why it was recalled
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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