CPSC Recall in 2017: YSN Imports Recalls Refillable Propane Cylinders Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-186

Date: July 13, 2017

Product Name: Refillable propane cylinders

Recall Description:

This recall involves Flame King, Little Kamper and U-Haul refillable propane cylinders used with outdoor appliances. The serial numbers are printed on the foot ring of the cylinder. The brand logo and size is printed on the front of the cylinder. BrandSizeColorSerial Number RangeFlame King14.1 oz.blue000001 through 004700Flame King16.4 oz.green000001 through 020800Little Kamper16 oz.green000001 through 020800U-Haul1 lb.blue000001 through 004700U-Haul1 lb.green000001 through 020800

Hazard Description:

The refillable propane cylinders can leak propane gas, posing fire and explosion hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Replace

Units: About 24,000 (in addition, 1,100 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of the connecting valve starting to unscrew from the cylinder. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Kamps, Propane Depot, U-Haul and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from November 2013 through September 2016 for between $10 and $15.

Manufactured In:

Thailand