Worthington recalls Map Pro, Propylene and MAPP gas cylinders due to fire risk from leaking seals after disconnection. Return unused cylinders for refund or burn contents safely if partially used.
The seal on the cylinders can leak after torches or other fuel consuming equipment are disconnected from them, posing a fire hazard.
Worthington is recalling gas cylinders that can leak after being disconnected from torches, creating a fire hazard. If the cylinder has never been used, return it for a refund. If partially used, burn the contents safely before disposal to prevent fire.
The seal on the cylinders can leak propylene gas after disconnecting from torches or other fuel devices. This leak can ignite if exposed to an open flame or spark, causing a fire.
Gas welders, solderers, and DIY users who own Worthington cylinders with propylene or MAPP gas. Those using cylinders without proper leak testing are at higher risk.
Look for cylinders that are yellow or black, about 3" in diameter and 11" tall. They contain propylene gas and are sold alone or with torch kits. Labels include brands like Worthington, BERNZOMATIC, CRAFTSMAN, and others.
If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or device, do not use it and return it to the store for exchange or full refund.
For cylinders connected to a torch, ignite the torch to burn off all contents, then disconnect and dispose of the empty cylinder per label instructions or return it for a refund.
For cylinders not connected to a torch, perform a soapy water leak test on the top. If bubbles form, ignite the torch and burn off contents before disposal.
Unused cylinders: If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or other device, do not use cylinder. Return cylinder to store where it was purchased for exchange or full refund. Partially-used cylinder currently connected to torch or other device:Do not disconnect torch or other device. Take outdoors and ignite the torch and burn off entire contents* of the cylinder. Disconnect the torch from empty cylinder and dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. Partially-used cylinder NOT connected to a torch or other device now: Take cylinder outdoors. Leak test top of the cylinder with soapy water. If bubbles develop, attach the torch. Ignite the torch and burn off entire contents* of the cylinder. Remove the torch from empty cylinder and dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. If no bubbles develop, do not use cylinder. Return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. *NEVER LEAVE LIT TORCH AND CYLINDER UNATTENDED. USE TORCH ONLY IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
The cylinders contain propylene gas, 14.1 oz Map-Pro, 14.1 oz Propylene, or 16 oz MAPP (Methyl Acetylene Propadiene Stabilized).
Look for cylinders that are yellow or black, about 3" in diameter and 11" tall. They may have labels from brands like Worthington, BERNZOMATIC, CRAFTSMAN, or others.
If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or device, do not use it and return it to the store for exchange or full refund.
The seal can leak propylene gas after disconnecting from torches, which can ignite and cause a fire if exposed to open flames or sparks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Worthington to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 989 — Worthington Map Pro, Propylene and MAPP Gas Cylinders Hello, I own a Map Pro, Propylene and MAPP Gas Cylinders that is covered by recall 989 from Worthington. The official recall notice states: Unused cylinders: If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or other device, do not use cylinder. Return cylinder to store where it was purchased for exchange or full refund. Partially-used cylinder currently connected to torch or other device:Do not disconnect torch or other device. Take outdoors and ignite the torch and burn off entire contents* of the cylinder. Disconnect the torch from empty cylinder and dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. Partially-used cylinder NOT connected to a torch or other device now: Take cylinder outdoors. Leak test top of the cylinder with soapy water. If bubbles develop, attach the torch. Ignite the torch and burn off entire contents* of the cylinder. Remove the torch from empty cylinder and dispose of empty cylinder per cylinder label instructions or return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. If no bubbles develop, do not use cylinder. Return it to the store where it was purchased for exchange or a full refund. *NEVER LEAVE LIT TORCH AND CYLINDER UNATTENDED. USE TORCH ONLY IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA. 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.
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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.
