Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard

Greenwood propane torches

Date of Recall
2019-02-27

CPSC Release Number
19-074

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 150,000

Distributor
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.

Importer
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.

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

Problem/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.

Injuries/Incidents
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.

Remedy
Replace

Consumer 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.

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