Harbor Freight Tools Recalls One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters Due to Burn Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 21-168 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 21, 2021
- Brand
- Harbor Freight Tools
- Category
- Heaters, fans and air conditioners
- Products
- One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters
- Hazard
- Burn Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 350,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 21, 2021
What was recalled
This recall involves the One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073) and the One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63072). The heaters are designed to mount on top of a standard 20 lb. propane tank, and have an "easy start" with variable heat control valve, high efficiency heat reflector, and safety shutoff. SKU Description Item #63073 One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater Item #63072 One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters · About 350,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from December 2015 through April 2021 for about $45 for the 15,000 BTU model and about $75 for the 30,000 BTU model.; Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received reports of nine incidents of flame redirection to the rear of the heater and/or the tip switch safety feature melting. Three of these incidents resulted in minor burn injuries when the consumers attempted to turn off the unit.
Consumer contact
Harbor Freight Tools at 800-444-3353 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email recall@harborfreight.com or online at www.harborfreight.com and click on "Recall Safety Information" at the bottom of the page 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 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?
One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters (About 350,000 units). This recall involves the One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073) and the One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63072).
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 tank top propane heaters and return them to their local Harbor Freight Tools store for a full refund of the purchase price, plus applicable tax, in the form of a Harbor Freight Tools gift card. Harbor Freight Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.
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