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Harbor Freight Tools is recalling certain Greenwood-branded propane torches because the trigger mechanism may fail to disengage the flame when released. This malfunction poses a significant burn hazard to users. Consumers who purchased these items should stop using them right away and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3411-greenwood-propane-torch-recall-burn-hazard-from-trigger-failure.
“Greenwood Propane Torch Recall: Burn Hazard from Trigger Failure.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3411-greenwood-propane-torch-recall-burn-hazard-from-trigger-failure. Based on CPSC recall #8498 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-Propane-Torches-Due-to-Burn-Hazard).
Harbor Freight Tools is recalling Greenwood-branded propane torches due to a burn hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Feb. 27, 2019. Owners should stop using the torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement.
How to tell if you have it
Greenwood propane torches
SKU 61589 (no igniter)
SKU 61595 (push button igniter)
Sold at Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online from November 2013 through October 2018
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch. Contact Harbor Freight Tools at 800-444-3353 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT, email at recall@harborfreight.com or online at www.harborfreight.com.
The hazard
The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed, posing a burn hazard. Harbor Freight has received two reports of the trigger failing to disengage, including one report of a burn injury.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include Northern Tool Hot Water Pressure Washers (2026-01-29), Fisher & Paykel Gas Ranges (2026-04-16), and Ozark Trail 1-Burner Butane Stoves (2025-11-26).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if the product is a Greenwood-branded propane torch with a steel nozzle, flow valve, blue grip, and a black or orange hose. The recall includes two specific SKUs: 61589 (no igniter) and 61595 (push button igniter). Verify the SKU number on a sticker on the packaging pipe or manual. Only torches without markings on the handles or brass knobs are included.
Brand
Greenwood
Product
Greenwood propane torches
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop using the torch immediately
Do not use the recalled propane torch any further due to the risk of burns from a stuck flame.
Return the product for replacement
Bring the torch to any Harbor Freight Tools location to receive a free replacement propane torch.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from November 2013 through October 2018 for between $20 and $30.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Greenwood
We’ve drafted a message you can send Greenwood to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8498 — Greenwood Propane Torch Recall: Burn Hazard from Trigger Failure
Hello,
I own a Greenwood Propane Torch Recall: Burn Hazard from Trigger Failure that is covered by recall 8498 from Greenwood.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3.6:35b-a3b on October 11, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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