Pourable NAPAfire and FIREGEL Gel Fuel bottles and jugs
Description: The product is a clear, pourable gel fuel packaged in clear one-quart plastic bottles and one-gallon plastic jugs and sold in non-scented and citronella scents. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. [Learn More]
About 460,000 bottles and jugs units were affected by this recall.
Napa Home & Garden Recalls NAPAfire and FIREGEL Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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Pourable NAPAfire and FIREGEL Gel Fuel bottles and jugs Recall Information
| Recall Date | 06/22/2011 |
| Recall ID | 702 |
| Recall Number | 11255 |
| Product Type | Gel Fuels |
| Hazard | The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers. |
| Injuries | Napa is aware of 37 reports of incidents, including 23 burn injuries to consumers. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles or jugs to the retailer where the consumer purchased the fuel for a full refund. Consumers can also contact their local hazardous waste facility for instruction on how to dispose of the fuel. |
| Remedy Option | Dispose |
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