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Product recall · CPSCOctober 11, 2011Serious
Marshall Group Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly to the consumer and expel onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that expels and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the Marshall Group at recall@marshallgroupcorp.com or toll-free at 855-270-8482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://marshallgroupcorp.com
The product
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 32 oz. clear plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "PatioGlo bio-fuel gel" or "Citronella PatioGlo". The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are included in this recall: Size Model Number SKU 32 oz. PG-32 845095015023 32 oz. PGC-32 (Citronella) 845095015030
Details
- Units affected
- About 39,000 bottles
- Recall date
- October 11, 2011
- Brand
- Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The Marshall Group has received four reports of incidents, resulting in three injuries with burns requiring hospitalization.
Gift shops, home and garden stores, and online stores nationwide from November 2010 until August 2011 for between $7.99 and $11.99.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Marshall Group Recalls Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel Due to Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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