Bond Firebowl Pourable Gel Fuel Bottle and Jugs
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 16,500 bottle and jugs. (This recall was first announced in September 2011))
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Bond Manufacturing Co., of Antioch, Calif.
- Reason for Recall:
- 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.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- 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.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles or jugs to the company for a full refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves pourable gel fuel packaged in 32-ounce and 64-ounce plastic bottles and one-gallon plastic jugs and sold with or without citronella oil. The label on the containers says "Firebowl Gel Fuel" or "Firebowl Gel". The brand name "Bond" is on some versions of the label. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. This recall also includes a ceramic fire pot set of two bowls. The box says "2 pack Tabletop Gel Firebowls." The following products are included: Size Model Name Item Number UPC 32 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel 66140 034613661402 32 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel with Citronella 66201 034613662010 64 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel 66141 034613661419 64 oz. Firebowl Gel Fuel with Citronella 66202 034613662027 2 pack Ceramic Firebowl set 66146 034613661464
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 16,500 bottle and jugs. (This recall was first announced in September 2011))
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 11336