Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Propane Torches Due to Burn Hazard
Recalled 2019-02-27. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 150,000Units
2019-02-27Recall date
YesInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves two models of the Greenwood-branded propane torches. The torches with no igniter have SKU number 61589 and the torches with a push button igniter have SKU number 61595. The torches have a steel nozzle, a flow valve, a blue grip and a black or orange hose. The SKU number is printed on a sticker located on the pipe that leads to the nozzle on the product packaging and on the manual. Only propane torches that do not have markings on the handles or brass knobs are included in this recall.
- The hazard
- The trigger on the torches that engages the flame can fail to disengage when the trigger is no longer pressed, posing a burn hazard.
- Injuries
- Harbor Freight has received two reports of the trigger failing to disengage, including one report of a burn injury.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a free replacement propane torch.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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