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This recall involves the One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073) and the One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63072). The heaters are designed to mount on top of a standard 20 lb. propane tank, and have an “easy start” with variable heat control valve, high efficiency heat reflector, and safety shutoff.
SKU | Description |
Item #63073 | One Stop Gardens 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater |
Item #63072 | One Stop Gardens 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater |
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tank top propane heaters and return them to their local Harbor Freight Tools store for a full refund of the purchase price, plus applicable tax, in the form of a Harbor Freight Tools gift card. Harbor Freight Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received reports of nine incidents of flame redirection to the rear of the heater and/or the tip switch safety feature melting. Three of these incidents resulted in minor burn injuries when the consumers attempted to turn off the unit.
Sold At:
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from December 2015 through April 2021 for about $45 for the 15,000 BTU model and about $75 for the 30,000 BTU model.
Importer(s):
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.
Distributor(s):
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
21-168