CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches
Published: May 2, 2001Recall ID: 01139bCategory: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The hose that comes with the propane torch can crack or burst, presenting a fire and explosion hazard.
Product Description & Identification
The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall.
Affected Products
Propane Torches
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Announce-Recall-Propane-Torches |
| Title | CPSC, Harbor Freight Tools Announce Recall Propane Torches |
| Images › U R L | http://www.cpsc.gov/PageFiles/70655/01139c.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled propane torch |
| Hazards › Name | The hose that comes with the propane torch can crack or burst, presenting a fire and explosion hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and Harbor Freight Tools have received two reports of torch hoses cracking and then bursting into a flash flame. One consumer suffered third-degree burns on his legs, and a second consumer suffered first-degree burns to his hand and arm. |
| Products › Name | Propane Torches |
| Products › Type | Torches |
| Products › Category I D | 2179 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 500 |
| Recall I D | 6800 |
| Remedies › Name | Stop using the propane torches immediately. Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools to obtain a refund. |
| Importers › Name | Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Harbor Freight Tools stores and catalogs nationwide sold these torches from May 2000 through September 2000 for about $20. |
| Recall Date | 2001-05-02T00:00:00 |
| Description | The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall. |
| Recall Number | 01139b |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-02-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |