Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-514.
This recall involves Optimus Nova and Nova+ camping stoves and equipment, including the stove's fuel pump and spare parts/repair kits. The stoves are black metal, measure about 6 inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches high and can be used with multiple types of fuel. Stove serial numbers QA000011 through QA007313 are included in this recall. The serial number and "Optimus" are printed on the side of the camping stove. Pumps and spare parts kits also were sold separately. Pumps have a green open/close valve. Spare parts kits model numbers include 80163051, 8520, 80176321 and 8511 and are printed on the packaging.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-514.
Consumers should immediately stop using the camping stove and equipment and contact Katadyn to receive a free repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Specialty Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers In The United States And Canada And On The Internet From January 2009 Through September 2010 For Between $150 And $180. The Pumps And Spare Parts Kits Were Also Sold Separately For Between $15 And $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-514.
For additional information, call Katadyn at (800) 755-6701 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also register for the recall on the firm's website at www.optimusstoves.com/us/
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Specialty Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers In The United States And Canada And On The Internet From January 2009 Through September 2010 For Between $150 And $180. The Pumps And Spare Parts Kits Were Also Sold Separately For Between $15 And $50. Recall FAQ
Specialty Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers In The United States And Canada And On The Internet From January 2009 Through September 2010 For Between $150 And $180. The Pumps And Spare Parts Kits Were Also Sold Separately For Between $15 And $50. is the subject of an appliances recall: Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on November 22, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,300 units are potentially affected.