CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches
⚠ 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-6800.
The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6800.
Stop using the propane torches immediately. Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools to obtain a refund.
✅ 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 Harbor Freight Tools Stores And Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Torches From May 2000 Through September 2000 For About $20. 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-6800.
Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Harbor Freight Tools Stores And Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Torches From May 2000 Through September 2000 For About $20. Recall FAQ
Harbor Freight Tools Stores And Catalogs Nationwide Sold These Torches From May 2000 Through September 2000 For About $20. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches. The notice was published on May 2, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 500 units are potentially affected.