Bird Brain recalls pourable gel fuels that can ignite unexpectedly and splatter when poured into burning firepots, posing burn and fire risks. Consumers should stop using and discard these products immediately.
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.
Bird Brain is recalling pourable gel fuels that can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people or objects when poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can cause burns or fires, potentially leading to serious injury or death if the consumer is unaware the firepot is still lit.
The gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter when poured into a firepot that is still burning. This happens if the consumer doesn't see the flame or isn't aware the firepot is still lit. Splattering fuel can cause burns or fires that may be fatal.
Anyone who owns or uses Bird Brain pourable gel fuels in firepots. People most at risk are those who pour the gel into a firepot that is still burning without seeing the flame.
Check for bottles labeled "Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel," "Bird Brain Firepot Citronella Fuel Gel," or "Bird Brain BioFuel Fuel Gel" in sizes of 16, 32, or 64 ounces. These products were sold with or without citronella oil.
Immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots as it can ignite unexpectedly and cause burns or fires.
Discard the gel fuel and bottles according to local or state environmental regulations to prevent potential hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots. Consumers should discard the pourable gel fuel and bottles in accordance with local and/or state environmental regulation(s).
Pourable gel fuels labeled "Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel," "Bird Brain Firepot Citronella Fuel Gel," or "Bird Brain BioFuel Fuel Gel" in 16, 32, or 64 ounce sizes.
The gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter when poured into a firepot that is still burning, posing burn and fire risks that could be fatal if the consumer is unaware the firepot is lit.
Check for bottles labeled "Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel," "Bird Brain Firepot Citronella Fuel Gel," or "Bird Brain BioFuel Fuel Gel" in sizes of 16, 32, or 64 ounces.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bird Brain to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 888 — Bird Brain Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel, Bird Brain Firepot Citronella Fuel Gel and Bird Brain BioFuel Fuel Hello, I own a Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel, Bird Brain Firepot Citronella Fuel Gel and Bird Brain BioFuel Fuel Gel that is covered by recall 888 from Bird Brain. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots. Consumers should discard the pourable gel fuel and bottles in accordance with local and/or state environmental regulation(s). 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.
