Use cautionConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published January 13, 2021
Sea to Summit Camping Pots Recall: Black Latch Can Detach Causing Burns
Sea to Summit recalls aluminum Alpha and stainless steel Sigma camping pots with black nylon latches that may detach, causing burns. Stop using immediately and get a free repair kit.
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✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Sea to Summit is recalling aluminum Alpha and stainless steel Sigma camping pots that have a black nylon latch which can become detached during use, leading to burn and scald injuries. This recall affects pots sold in various sizes and comes with a free repair kit for the latch. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2923-sea-to-summit-camping-pots-recall-black-latch-can-detach.
“Sea to Summit Camping Pots Recall: Black Latch Can Detach Causing Burns.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2923-sea-to-summit-camping-pots-recall-black-latch-can-detach. Based on CPSC recall #8987 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Sea-to-Summit-Recalls-Camping-Pots-Due-to-Burn-and-Scald-Hazards).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Jan. 13, 2021, that Sea to Summit is recalling camping pots due to burn and scald hazards. Owners should stop using the affected pots and contact the company for a free latch repair kit.
How to tell if you have it
Sea to Summit Alpha and Sigma camping pots with a black Nylon latch
Alpha Pot 1.2 Liter, 1.9 Liter, 2.7 Liter, 3.7 Liter
Alpha Cook Set 1.1 (1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug)
Alpha Pot Set 2.0 (1.2L pot & 2.7L pot)
Alpha Cook Set 2.1 (1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs)
Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 (1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs)
Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 4.2 (2.7L pot, 3.7L pot, 4 bowls, 4 mugs)
Sigma Pot 1.2 L, 1.9 L, 2.7 L, 3.7 L
Sigma Pot Set 2.0 (1.2L pot & 2.7L pot)
Sigma Cook Set 1.1 (1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug)
Sigma Cook Set 2.1 (1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs)
Sigma 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 (1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs)
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma pots with a black Nylon latch and contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit. Contact Sea to Summit toll-free at 888-201-4977 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at productsafety@seatosummit.com or online at www.seatosummit.com/productsafety.
The hazard
The nylon latch can disengage from the pot and cause the handle to detach, posing burn and scald hazards. Sea to Summit has received 10 reports of the latch disengaging or becoming damaged due to excessive heat exposure. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include ZWILLING Electric Kettles Recall: Handle Separation Risk of Serious Burn Injury (2026-05-14), Ozark Trail 1-Burner Butane Stoves Recall: Burn and Fire Hazard (2025-11-26), and Northern Tool Hot Water Pressure Washers Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Wheel Failure (2026-01-29).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for a black nylon latch on the pot that does not have a screw. The Alpha pots are matte gray and the Sigma pots are polished stainless steel with a black latch. The pots have "Sea to Summit" written on the front with the size and model name.
Brand
Sea to Summit
Product
Sea to Summit Alpha and Sigma camping pots
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma camping pots with a black nylon latch that lacks a screw.
Contact for Repair Kit
Contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit to fix the disengaging latch.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma pots with a black Nylon latch and contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “REI stores and other sporting goods stores nationwide and online at REI.com nationwide from January 2019 through November 2020 for between $40 and $130.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Sea to Summit
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sea to Summit to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8987 — Sea to Summit Camping Pots Recall: Black Latch Can Detach Causing Burns
Hello,
I own a Sea to Summit Camping Pots Recall: Black Latch Can Detach Causing Burns that is covered by recall 8987 from Sea to Summit.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma pots with a black Nylon latch and contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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