Recall: Meyer Recalls Cooking Torches Due to Fire Hazard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2007 Release #07-235 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 226-6568 |
Meyer Recalls Cooking Torches Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: BonJour® Professional Culinary Torches
Units: About 4,400 (about 40 with consumers)
Importer: Meyer Corporation, U.S., of Vallejo, Calif.
Hazard: Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Meyer has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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.
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).
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the torches and contact Meyer for a refund.
Consumer 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
