CPSC recall 08600
Flame Weeders
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Flame Weeders by Gardener S Supply, citing the two-piece brass control valve can separate between the flame weeder and the propane tank, and allow propane to leak from the tank. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08600 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-08-19 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gardener S Supply |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Flame Weeders | The recalled flame weeders are used to burn weeds. The weeders have a long silver colored metal tube with a blue plastic handle, which is attached by a two-piece brass valve to a 1-lb. propane tank.
Reason
The two-piece brass control valve can separate between the flame weeder and the propane tank, and allow propane to leak from the tank. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Flame-Weeders-Recalled-by-Gardeners-Supply-Co-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
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