100-pound Propane Cylinders
CPSC Recall #13-164 — April 8, 2013
Product
100-pound Propane Cylinders
Description
Fuel can leak from the thread connection between the cylinder and valve on the 100-pound cylinders.
Hazard
Fuel can leak from the thread connection between the cylinder and valve, posing a fire hazard if exposed to an ignition source.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the propane cylinders and call Manchester or go to the firm's website for instructions on having their gas cylinder inspected by a qualified propane equipment dealer and repaired if needed. A list of propane equipment distributors, RV distributors and retail distributors are listed on the firm's website at www.mantank.com on the "Distributors" page.
Units Affected
About 7,500
Sold At
Nationwide at propane dealers and distributors, hardware stores including Ace, True Value and Tractor Supply, welding equipment supply stores, farm and home stores, and equipment rental outlets from January 2012 through March 2013 for between $140 and $170.
Manufactured In
United States