Multiple brands of gel fuel products are being recalled due to reports of burns and fire hazards. The recalled products are made by Smart Solar, Real Flame, Fuel Barons, and Bond Manufacturing. The Consumer Products Safety Commission announced that several makers of the gel fuel for decorative fire bowls have recalled close to 132,000 bottles and jugs.
One report received by Fuel Barons was of an incident where a man sustained second degree burns to his hand and wrist. If the consumer does not see a flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited then the gel fuel can unexpectedly ignite and splatter people and objects when it is poured into the firepot. If gel fuel splatters and ignites, it can pose fire and burn risks to consumers which could be fatal.
To view a complete list of the recalled products and where they may have been purchased or just to read more on the recall please visit the following Consumer Reports site regarding the gel fuel recall.
