[Recalled] Ozark Trail and Wenzel propane-fueled camping lanterns — The recalled lanterns are green and silver with brass fittings, have a glass gl… | CPSC 2001-08-28
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Ozark Trail and Wenzel propane-fueled camping lanterns |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Wenzel Co., of St. Louis, Mo. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01223 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 28 August 2001 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recalled lanterns are green and silver with brass fittings, have a glass globe, and stand about 9 inches high (without the propane cylinder attached). The lanterns, when attached to the propane cylinder, sit on a green plastic base on which the model names "Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" appear. The Ozark Trail model has a double cloth mantle for lighting and the Wenzel model has either a double or single cloth mantle. The models involved are Ozark Trail 824927 and 824928, and Wenzel 824208, 824226, 824227 and 824401, which appear on the box in which the lantern came.The propane cylinder, which is not affected by the recall and is not distributed by Wenzel, is sold separately from the lantern. Hazards: An insufficient connection between the lantern and the propane cylinder can allow gas to escape and ignite unexpectedly, posing a potential fire and injury hazard to consumers. This hazard can occur during the lighting or normal use of the lantern.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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