Snow Peak Giga Power White Gas Camping Stove, GS-010
Published July 15, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04180, published July 15, 2004. Recalling firm: Snow Peak USA, Inc., of Clackamas, Ore.; Reported units: 1,886.
What's the hazard
Plastic parts in the pump connected to the camping stove can crack or become dislodged. When exposed to extreme temperature change, the blue plastic shrinks around the aluminum parts and has been observed to crack the outer plastic housing. The air tube on some of the pumps can become unglued and dislodged. Both of these failures can permit gas to leak.
What to do
Consumers should return the pump to the store where purchased or to the firm for a free replacement pump. To return the pump to Snow Peak USA, please call customer service for Snow Peak's UPS account number and a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number to add to the outside of the box for quicker turn-around time.
Get an email if Snow Peak USA has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- Snow Peak USA, Inc., of Clackamas, Ore.
- Manufacturer
- Snow Peak USA, Inc., of Clackamas, Ore.
- Distributor
- Camping and outdoor recreation stores nationwide, from August 2001 through June 2004, for about $150. The pump was sold separately for about $40. See www.snowpeak.com for a list of retailers.
- Country
- US
Related recalls
Questions about this recall
Was Snow Peak Giga Power White Gas Camping Stove, GS-010 recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04180 on July 15, 2004. Reported hazard: Plastic parts in the pump connected to the camping stove can crack or become dislodged. When exposed to extreme temperature change, the blue plastic shrinks around the aluminum parts and has been observed to crack the outer plastic housing. The air tube on some of the pumps can become unglued and dislodged. Both of these failures can permit gas to leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should return the pump to the store where purchased or to the firm for a free replacement pump. To return the pump to Snow Peak USA, please call customer service for Snow Peak's UPS account number and a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number to add to the outside of the box for quicker turn-around time.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Snow Peak USA, Inc., of Clackamas, Ore..