CPSC, Century Tool and Manufacturing Announce Recall of Camping Stoves
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-12-26). Hazards: fire. Models: 4660, 4665, 4675, 4730, 4960, 72861…. About 6,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03063 |
| Published | 2002-12-26 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-13 |
| Product category | Camping Items |
| Products | Camping Stoves |
| Firm named in the title | Century Tool and Manufacturing |
| Firms | Century Tool and Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Cherry Valley, Ill. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 6,300 |
| Model numbers | 4660, 4665, 4675, 4730, 4960, 72861, 4960LLB |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 2002 through September 2002, for up to $90. |
Description
The recalled stoves include the Century, Hillary, and LL Bean brand names. The stoves have a drip tray, two or three burners, and a black or green base, with a label identifying the brand name. The manufacturing date (050202 through 073102) and model number (4660, 4665, 4675, 4730, 4960, 72861, and 4960LLB) are printed on the inside of the stove's lid.
Hazard
The burner assembly in the stoves can restrict the flow of gas, which can cause a leak. The leaking gas can ignite and weaken the hose, causing it to separate from the stove and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
The firm that announced the recall is no longer in business. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the previous owner to arrange for returning the product and receiving a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Century Tool and Manufacturing has received eight reports of hoses separating from the stove, causing one minor injury.
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