Evergreen recalls 30-ounce Fireside Gel Fuel bottles due to unexpected ignition and splatter risks when poured into burning firepots, potentially causing burns or fire.
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Evergreen is recalling 30-ounce Fireside Gel Fuel bottles because they can ignite unexpectedly and splatter when poured into a still-burning firepot, creating a risk of burns or fire. This hazard occurs if users don't see the flame or aren't aware the firepot is still lit.
The gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people or objects nearby when poured into a firepot that is still burning. This happens if the user doesn't see the flame or isn't aware the firepot is still lit. Splattering and igniting gel fuel can cause burns or fire that may be fatal.
Anyone who owns or uses Fireside Gel Fuel bottles sold by Evergreen. Users most at risk are those who pour the gel into a firepot that is still burning without seeing the flame.
Look for bottles labeled 'Fireside,' 'Gel Fuel,' 'Evergreen,' or 'Flag & Garden' with the words '30-ounce (case of 12)' on the container. The product was sold in cases of 12 bottles.
Immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return it to Evergreen for a full refund.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund.
No, the product can ignite unexpectedly and splatter when poured into a still-burning firepot, posing a burn or fire risk.
Look for bottles labeled 'Fireside,' 'Gel Fuel,' 'Evergreen,' or 'Flag & Garden' with '30-ounce (case of 12)' on the container.
Return the gel fuel to Evergreen for a full refund immediately.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Evergreen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 901 — Evergreen Fireside Gel Fuel Bottles Hello, I own a Fireside Gel Fuel Bottles that is covered by recall 901 from Evergreen. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund. 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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