Meyer Cooking Torches recall: Fire Hazard
Meyer Recalls Cooking Torches Due to Fire Hazard
Why was Meyer Cooking Torches recalled?
Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the torches and contact Meyer for a refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Meyer at (800) 226-6568 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.meyer.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- BonJour® Professional Culinary Torches
- Company
- Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 4,400 (about 40 with consumers)
- Sold at
- Various retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $40 (when sold alone) or about $70 (when included as part of the Bain Marie Set).
- Recall date
- July 11, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- Meyer has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the BonJour® Professional Culinary Torch sold alone and as part of the BonJour® Bain Marie Set. The torch is 7.5 inches high and has a visible fuel gauge. The base is black, and the handle is either black or brown. The torch assembly is silver-colored with the word "BonJour" printed on the side.