Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard

Recalled February 27, 2019 · CPSC recall 19074 · Harbor Freight Tools

Recalled Greenwood propane torch with push button igniter

The recalled torches do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs.

Hazard

The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 150,000

Incidents / injuries

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

Description

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.

What to do

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

Contact

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

Product

Greenwood propane torches

Imported by

Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.

Retailers

Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from November 2013 through October 2018 for between $20 and $30.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →