East Flame Fire Pit Lawsuit Update: Injuries, Recall Status, and Legal Options

Many people ask whether an East Flame fire pit lawsuit exists. No lawsuit, MDL or CPSC recall naming East Flame has been found. This page covers what regulators and courts report on other tabletop fire pits. EAST FLAME tabletop fireplaces are sold on Walmart.com by the seller EAST FLAME. CPSC links liquid-burning fire pits as a category to two deaths and at least 60 injuries since 2019. A burn injury suit filed in San Diego Superior Court in August 2026 names Colsen and Amazon as defendants, not East Flame. Its claims are allegations.

Latest East Flame Fire Pit Lawsuit Updates

August 13, 2026: CPSC Announces Brookstone Tabletop Fire Pit Recall

The CPSC announced Recall No. 26-687 with Southern Telecom Inc. of Brooklyn, New York. The recall covers about 48,700 Brookstone-branded tabletop fire pits because of flame jetting and uncontrolled pool fires [1]. Southern Telecom received two reports of flames escaping the concrete container, with two injuries including second- and third-degree burns. The remedy is a refund. East Flame is not part of this recall.

August 5, 2026: San Diego Man Files Burn Injury Suit Against Colsen and Amazon

Times of San Diego reported on August 6, 2026 that a man sued Colsen and Amazon in San Diego Superior Court. The complaint alleges the Colsen fire pit was defective and carried no adequate warning [2]. The suit is an individual claim, and East Flame is not a defendant. The complaint’s claims are allegations, not court findings.

July 16, 2026: CPSC Warns About Houswise Tabletop Fire Pits

CPSC issued Warning No. 26-615 about Houswise Tabletop Fire Pits. The warning cites more than two dozen reports resulting in seven injuries, including third-degree burns [3]. The maker named in the warning, Furmia LLC, has not agreed to a recall or to offer consumers a remedy. The warning covers one brand.

December 19, 2024: CPSC Issues Consumer Alert on Liquid-Burning Fire Pits

CPSC issued a Consumer Alert, Warning No. 25-074, on alcohol and other liquid-burning fire pits. It links them to at least 60 injuries and two deaths reported since 2019 [4]. The alert urges consumers to stop using these fire pits. It says fire pits that need liquid fuel poured into an open container and lit where poured violate voluntary standard ASTM F3363-19.

What Is an East Flame Fire Pit?

According to the Walmart listing, an EAST FLAME tabletop fire pit is a small portable fireplace for indoor and outdoor use. It has a solid steel base and tempered glass panels [5]. The listing states no fuel type. CPSC says liquid-burning fire pits are also sold as fire pots, miniature fireplaces or portable fires for indoor use.

Who May Be Affected?

Circumstances that matter include being burned while refilling, lighting or standing near an alcohol or other liquid-burning tabletop fire pit. This includes bystanders as well as the person using it. Owners of a tabletop fire pit that burns alcohol or another liquid fuel may also be affected, whatever name the seller uses. Pool fires are one hazard CPSC describes. CPSC says the pooled fuel can suddenly produce larger, hotter flames that spread beyond the container. In the San Diego suit described above, the plaintiff bought the fire pit in 2021 and was burned on his balcony in 2025. Only an individual legal review can say whether you have a claim. See our alcohol-burning fire pit lawsuit page for related claims.

Reported Injuries or Damages

The San Diego complaint alleges a flame jet hit the plaintiff in the face and body, leaving massive burns and scarring. His attorney says the scarring is essentially going to be permanent. CPSC Warning No. 26-364, issued April 2, 2026 for Rozato Tabletop Fire Pits, associates them with one death and multiple burn injuries [6]. Regulator reports are counts, not proof that any one product caused an injury. CPSC’s Colsen recall cites 31 reports of flame jetting or flames escaping and 19 burn injuries [7].

Recall and Regulatory Background

The December 2024 CPSC alert applies to liquid-fuel fire pits in general. Brand actions are separate. The Colsen recall was announced on October 17, 2024, and the Brookstone recall and Houswise warning appear in the updates above. None of these actions names East Flame, and a recall does not by itself establish liability. For the detail on each one, see our page on tabletop fire pit recalls.

Evidence to Preserve

Keep records that show which product you had, how the burn happened and what treatment followed:

• Photographs of the fire pit, its label, the fuel container and the scene before anything is thrown away.
• The fire pit, burner, glass and fuel container, if they can be stored safely and kept out of use.
• The packaging, instructions and any warnings that came with the fire pit when you bought it.
• The order confirmation, receipt and the seller listing, including the product title, size and seller name.
• Medical records, bills and dated photographs showing the injury and how it heals over time.
• Any report you made to CPSC on SaferProducts.gov, including the date and the report number.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines for a burn injury claim come from the law of the state where you live and also depend on when the injury happened. A missed deadline can end a claim even when the facts are strong, so speak with a lawyer promptly to protect your option to file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does an East Flame Fire Pit Cost?

As of October 5, 2026, an East Flame fire pit costs from $18.99 to $34.19 on the Walmart listings for East Flame fire pits, depending on size and bundle. The listings also describe a burn time of 40-60 minutes and a protective burn cup with tongs.

What Size Is an East Flame Fire Pit?

The size of an East Flame fire pit varies by listing. One rectangular model measures 13.8 x 7.1 x 5.6 inches. A metal rectangle model measures L15.7 x W3.9 x H3.8 inches and weighs 7 pounds.

What Does the Research Say About Liquid-Burning Fire Pit Injuries?

Research on liquid-burning fire pit injuries includes CPSC’s Rozato warning, which says isopropyl alcohol, ethanol and similar liquid fuels can burn with flame temperatures over 1,600°F and can cause third-degree burns in less than one second.

What Is Flame Jetting on a Tabletop Fire Pit?

Flame jetting on a tabletop fire pit happens when someone refills it while any flame is present, even one too small to see. The flame ignites vapor in the fuel container and sends flames and burning liquid toward the person pouring or bystanders.

Are Alcohol-Burning Tabletop Fire Pits Safe to Use Indoors?

Alcohol-burning tabletop fire pits are not described by CPSC as safe to use indoors. CPSC’s December 2024 alert tells consumers to dispose of liquid-burning fire pits immediately and tells sellers to stop selling them.

Where Can I Report an East Flame Fire Pit Injury?

You can report an East Flame fire pit injury to CPSC on SaferProducts.gov. CPSC’s December 2024 alert on liquid-burning fire pits asks anyone with a safety incident involving them to report it there.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Southern-Telecom-Recalls-Brookstone-Branded-Tabletop-Fire-Pits-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-or-Death-from-Flame-Jetting-and-Fire-Hazards
2. https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2026/08/06/lawsuit-amazon-third-degree-burns-tabletop-fire-pit/
3. https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Houswise-Tabletop-Fire-Pits-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-or-Death-from-Flame-Jetting-and-Fire-Hazards
4. https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2025/Consumer-Alert-Stop-Using-Alcohol-or-Other-Liquid-Burning-Fire-Pits-That-Violate-Voluntary-Standards-and-Present-Flame-Jetting-and-Fire-Hazards-Two-Deaths-and-Dozens-of-Serious-Burn-Injuries-Reported
5. https://www.walmart.com/ip/17072106059
6. https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Rozato-Tabletop-Fire-Pits-Immediately-Due-to-Flame-Jetting-and-Fire-Hazards-One-Death-and-Serious-Burn-Injuries-Reported
7. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Colsen-Recalls-Fire-Pits-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-from-Flame-Jetting-and-Fire-Spreading-Hazards