Harbor Freight Tools Recalls to Repair Propane Portable Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Bauer Forced Air Propane Portable Heaters
Date of Recall
2021-09-16CPSC Release Number
21-782Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 19,000Importer
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.Sold By
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from November 2020 until March 5, 2021 for about $100.Problem/Hazard
The fitting at the back of the heater can fail to be sufficiently tight, causing the heater to leak propane gas, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received 13 reports of propane gas leaking, including one report of a fire. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves Bauer Forced Air Propane portable heaters, a forced air heater powered by propane gas. The unit is red, and measures 13 inches long, 9 inches high and 17 inches wide. The name "Bauer" is printed on the side of the heater in white letters. The heater has item number 57176 printed on the ratings label at the rear of the unit located next to the gas inlet.
Remedy
RepairRecall Comments
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