CPSC

100-pound Propane Cylinders Recalled for Fire Hazard

Propane Cylinder
Propane Cylinder
Propane Cylinder collar
Propane Cylinder collar

Hazard

Fuel can leak from the thread connection between the cylinder and valve, posing a fire hazard if exposed to an ignition source.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the propane cylinders and call Manchester or go to the firm's website for instructions on having their gas cylinder inspected by a qualified propane equipment dealer and repaired if needed. A list of propane equipment distributors, RV distributors and retail distributors are listed on the firm's website at www.mantank.com on the "Distributors" page.

Consumer Contact

Manchester Tank and Equipment Co. at (800) 640-6327 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.mantank.com and click on the "News" page for more information.

Products

100-pound Propane Cylinders

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Nationwide at propane dealers and distributors, hardware stores including Ace, True Value and Tractor Supply, welding equipment supply stores, farm and home stores, and equipment rental outlets from January 2012 through March 2013 for between $140 and $170.