Flame Weeders Recalled by Gardener's Supply Co. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
⚠ 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-4622.
The recalled flame weeders are used to burn weeds. The weeders have a long silver colored metal tube with a blue plastic handle, which is attached by a two-piece brass valve to a 1-lb. propane tank.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4622.
Consumers should immediately stop using the flame weeders and return them to the store where purchased or call Gardener's Supply Co. for a full refund, including any shipping costs. Gardener's Supply Co. is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled flame weeders.
✅ 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 Gardener's Supply Co. Stores In Burlington And Williston, Vt., Gardener's Supply Catalog, And At Www.gardeners.com From March 2008 Through July 2008 For About $50. 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-4622.
For additional information, contact Gardener's Supply Co. at (800) 876-5520 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.gardeners.com
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Gardener's Supply Co. Stores In Burlington And Williston, Vt., Gardener's Supply Catalog, And At Www.gardeners.com From March 2008 Through July 2008 For About $50. Recall FAQ
Gardener's Supply Co. Stores In Burlington And Williston, Vt., Gardener's Supply Catalog, And At Www.gardeners.com From March 2008 Through July 2008 For About $50. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: Flame Weeders Recalled by Gardener's Supply Co. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on August 19, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,000 units are potentially affected.