Superfuel Liquid Fuel
CPSC Recall #05-176 — May 17, 2005
Product
Superfuel Liquid Fuel
Description
The recalled fuel is used for outdoor cooking stoves. "MSR® SuperFuel™" is printed on the label and is packaged in red metal cans. "SUPERFUEL, MSR Cleanest-Burning Liquid Fuel for MSR Stoves," and "32 FL OZ/1 Quart/.946 Liter" are printed across the front of the can. This recall includes cans with batch #502-167 printed on the lower back of the can in light black digits.
Hazard
A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported. However, CPSC and Cascade Designs discovered and subsequently investigated forty-one leaking cans found in Cascade's distribution center.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a location where there are no ignition sources and then transfer the fuel to an approved fuel container. (2) Consumers should contact Cascade Designs Inc. to receive a replacement fuel container and funnel.
Units Affected
About 8,500
Sold At
Sporting good stores sold the stove fuel nationwide from March 2005 through April 2005 for about $9.
Manufacturer
Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle Wash.
Manufactured In
United States
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a remedy. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.