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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard

Recall 19-074 · February 27, 2019 · Harbor Freight Tools

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
19-074 (CPSC)
Recall date
February 27, 2019
Brand
Harbor Freight Tools
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Greenwood propane torches
Hazard
Burn Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 150,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
February 27, 2019

What was recalled

This recall involves two models of the Greenwood-branded propane torches. The torches with no igniter have SKU number 61589 and the torches with a push button igniter have SKU number 61595. The torches have a steel nozzle, a flow valve, a blue grip and a black or orange hose. The SKU number is printed on a sticker located on the pipe that leads to the nozzle on the product packaging and on the manual. Only propane torches that do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs are included in this recall.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Greenwood propane torches · About 150,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Greenwood propane torch
Recalled Greenwood propane torch
Recalled Greenwood propane torch with push button igniter
Recalled Greenwood propane torch with push button igniter
The recalled torches do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs.
The recalled torches do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs.

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from November 2013 through October 2018 for between $20 and $30.; Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Harbor Freight has received two reports of the trigger failing to disengage, including one report of a burn injury.

Consumer contact

Harbor Freight Tools at 800-444-3353 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT, email at recall@harborfreight.com or online at www.harborfreight.com and click on Recall Safety Information on the bottom of the homepage for more information.

Recall history and context

Harbor Freight Tools appears in 16 CPSC recalls on record. See all Harbor Freight Tools recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Greenwood propane torches (About 150,000 units). This recall involves two models of the Greenwood-branded propane torches.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on February 27, 2019. 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.