Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-291.
The recall involves the Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model number 41181. The wire welders are red and black. "Vaper" and "90 amp flux wire welder" can be found on the product's operation panel. The model number can be found on the top right hand corner of the package and on the first page of the users manual.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-291.
Consumer should immediately stop using the wire welders and contact Star Asia to obtain a corrected instructions manual and packaging or for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Pep Boys, Auto Zone And Various Other Auto Parts And Tool Centers Nationwide From October 2006 Through March 2010 For About $170. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-291.
For additional information, contact Customer Service at (800) 386-0191 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT.
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Pep Boys, Auto Zone And Various Other Auto Parts And Tool Centers Nationwide From October 2006 Through March 2010 For About $170. Recall FAQ
Pep Boys, Auto Zone And Various Other Auto Parts And Tool Centers Nationwide From October 2006 Through March 2010 For About $170. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn Hazard. The notice was published on July 13, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 9,000 units are potentially affected.