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Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard

Recall 11-047 · November 22, 2010 · Katadyn

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-047 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 22, 2010
Brand
Katadyn
Category
Heaters, fans and air conditioners
Products
Camping Stoves and Equipment
Hazard
Fire Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
April 25, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Camping Stoves and Equipment · About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada units

Photos from the recall notice

Optimus Nova Camping Stove
Optimus Nova Camping Stove
Optimus Nova+ Camping Stove
Optimus Nova+ Camping Stove
Pump
Pump

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Specialty outdoor and sporting goods retailers in the United States and Canada and on the Internet from January 2009 through September 2010 for between $150 and $180. The pumps and spare parts kits were also sold separately for between $15 and $50.; Katadyn North America Inc. of Minneapolis, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

There are 70 reports of incidents involving the stove's fuel line leaking or damage to O-rings. No injuries or fires have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Katadyn at (800) 755-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also register for the recall on the firm's website at www.optimusstoves.com/us/

Recall history and context

Katadyn appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 75 recalls in the heaters, fans and air conditioners category, 17 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Camping Stoves and Equipment (About 5,300 in the United States and 2,400 in Canada units). This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 25, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.