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EVAS 20 lb. Propane Exchange Tanks Recalled by Worthington Enterprises Due to Fire Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24124
EVAS 20 lb. Propane Exchange Tanks Recalled by Worthington Enterprises Due to Fire Hazard
Worthington Enterprises, of Columbus, Ohio · EVAS 20-lb. propane exchange cylinders
Product Description
This recall involves EVAS 20-lb. propane exchange cylinders with model number EVAS - M0859, a serial number beginning with a "W," and a date code of either "06-23" or "07-23." The model number, serial number, and date code are stamped on the collar of the cylinder. While the cylinders were initially sold with an AmeriGas label, consumers could have exchanged these cylinders with other propane distributors who would have then placed their own branded sleeve/label on them.
Hazard
The recalled propane exchange cylinders could leak gas, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled EVAS 20-lb. propane cylinders immediately, close the top valve completely and return them to any AmeriGas Propane Exchange retail location for a free replacement. Consumers can find exchange retail locations at https://www.amerigas.com/locations/find-propane. Worthington advises consumers to close the valve on top of the cylinder completely when returning them.
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Reported Injuries
None reported.
411 Press Analysis
Worthington Enterprises, of Columbus, Ohio has voluntarily recalled about 146,160 of EVAS 20-lb. propane exchange cylinders as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on February 22, 2024. The recalled propane exchange cylinders could leak gas, posing a fire hazard. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should receive a free replacement. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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