Pearl River propane hoses used on propane torches and accessories
CPSC Recall #22-038 — December 22, 2021
Product
Pearl River propane hoses used on propane torches and accessories
Description
This recall involves Pearl River 3Q20 or 4Q20 propane hoses used in propane powered torches and other propane accessories. Hoses included in the recall are: PEARL RIVER FILE NO. 70177655 LP-GAS HOSE HP14 M.W.P 350 PSIG 1/4" STANDARD CSA8.3&UL21 3Q20 T/P PEARL RIVER FILE NO. 70177655 LP-GAS HOSE HP14 M.W.P 350 PSIG 1/4" STANDARD CSA8.3&UL21 4Q20 T/P The item/batch number is printed on the body of the propane hose and includes the following: Item # Item Description and Brand Name YSNPQ5000T YSNPQ5000Ta Flame King 500,000 BTU Weed Burner Torch YSNAX1-061 YSNAX1-061a Flame King 320,000 BTU Propane Torch Kit YSNAX1-078 YSNAX1-078a Flame King 340,000 BTU Propane Torch Kit with Ignitor ALGA09 Flame King 4 ft QCC1 Propane Adapter Hose to 1 lb Appliance
Hazard
The propane hose can swell and rupture, allowing propane gas to leak, posing a fire hazard to the user.
Incidents / Injuries
Pearl River has received three reports of propane hoses swelling and rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled propane hoses. To obtain a free replacement hose, send a photograph of the propane hose cut in half so that it is no longer operable to the firm’s e-mail along with a return mailing address to receive a free replacement hose. Once Pearl River receives confirmation of the hose cut in half, consumers can throw away the cut hose.
Units Affected
About 43,000
Sold At
Online at Amazon.com, Homedepot.com, Wayfair.com, Walmart.com, and eBay.com from January 2021 through May 2021 for about $20 for propane hoses and about $45 for propane powered torches.
Manufacturer
Guangzhou Pearl River Plastic Hose Co. Ltd, of China (hoses)
Importer
YSN Imports LLC, of Pico Rivera, Calif.
Manufactured In
China