Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Checking for Camping Stove Gas Leaks
- FAQs
- 1. What Are the Main Issues Associated With the Camp Chef Stove That Have Led to the Lawsuit?
- 2. How Can Consumers Identify if Their Camp Chef Stove Is Affected by the Current Legal Issues?
- 3. What Types of Injuries or Damages Are Being Reported by Individuals Involved in the Camp Chef Stove Lawsuit?
- Do I Have a Camp Chef Stove Lawsuit?
What’s the Problem?
This recall affects Camp Chef portable stoves with model numbers MS40A, MSHP, or MSGG and with component gas regulators date coded “1923” through “2030,” according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) [1].
“Camp Chef has received 26 reports of gas leaking from regulators,” CPSC said.
The model number is located on the manufacturer’s label on the bottom of the stove. The gas regulator date code is engraved on the regulator.
The recalled stoves were sold at sporting goods stores and Walmart stores nationwide from August 2019 through September 2020 from between $150 to $300 depending on the model.
If you purchased a stove that is affected by this recall, you should stop using it immediately and contact Camp Chef to obtain a free gas regulator replacement kit.
This recall began on December 16, 2020.
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Checking for Camping Stove Gas Leaks
You should always be aware of potential safety risks when using a gas-powered camping stove. One way to avoid an accident is to regularly check for leaks.
To test for gas leaks while operating your stove, follow these steps:
- Attach the hose to the gas cylinder (hand tighten only)
- Attach the hose to the stove (hand tighten then use the shifter)
- Turn the gas on. Using gas leak detection spray or soapy water, spray solution or brush soap suds onto the gas cylinder connection. Check for any bubbles.
- Spray solution or brush soap suds onto the stove connection fitting, hose, and crimp. Check for bubbles.
- No bubbles = no leaks!
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FAQs
1. What Are the Main Issues Associated With the Camp Chef Stove That Have Led to the Lawsuit?
The main issues associated with the Camp Chef stove that have led to the lawsuit involve allegations of faulty design and manufacturing defects, leading to potential fire hazards, burns, and property damage for consumers.
2. How Can Consumers Identify if Their Camp Chef Stove Is Affected by the Current Legal Issues?
Consumers can check their stove’s model number and manufacturing date against recall notices or legal filings, and consult with the manufacturer or legal experts for affected units.
3. What Types of Injuries or Damages Are Being Reported by Individuals Involved in the Camp Chef Stove Lawsuit?
Reported injuries include severe burns and fire-related damages to property, with claims of inadequate safety features and poor design contributing to these harmful incidents.
Do I Have a Camp Chef Stove Lawsuit?
The Products Liability Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Camp Chef Stove Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new personal injury and property damage cases in all 50 states.
If you or another loved one was harmed by a recalled gas stove, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.