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Gas Cans Recalled by No-Spill; Containers Can Leak and Create Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsJan 7, 2010
Picture of Recalled Gas Can
Picture of Recalled Gas Can

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The gas containers can leak fuel at the black plastic collar where the spout connects to the can, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers

Remedy

Consumers should test their gas cans to determine whether they leak and immediately stop using the leaky cans. Consumers should contact No-Spill to receive a free replacement.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The 5-gallon gas cans are made from heavy-duty red plastic and carry date codes AIP09202 through AIP09222. The date code is located on the bottom of the can. Not all cans in this date range are affected.

Sold on

Lawn & garden stores nationwide, hardware retailers and online from August 2009 through November 2009 for about $30.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact No-Spill at (913) 888-9200 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.nospill.com/recall

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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