Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 350,000 units
HVAC & water heaters Recall No. 21-168 Published July 21, 2021

One Stop Gardens 15,000 and 30,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heaters

In windy weather, the flame can be directed to the rear of the unit, which can melt the "tip switch" safety shut off feature at the rear of the heater. This poses a risk that the heater will not turn off if it tips over and poses a burn hazard to consumers. sold at Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from December 2015 – April 2021 for about $45.

Recalled 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073)
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Recalled 15,000 BTU Tank Top Propane Heater (Item #63073)

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Why it was recalled

In windy weather, the flame can be directed to the rear of the unit, which can melt the "tip switch" safety shut off feature at the rear of the heater. This poses a risk that the heater will not turn off if it tips over and poses a burn hazard to consumers.

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The firm has received reports of nine incidents of flame redirection to the rear of the heater and/or the tip switch safety feature melting. Three of these incidents resulted in minor burn injuries when the consumers attempted to turn off the unit.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tank top propane heaters and return them to their local Harbor Freight Tools store for a full refund of the purchase price, plus applicable tax, in the form of a Harbor Freight Tools gift card. Harbor Freight Tools is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 350,000
Made inChina
Sold atHarbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com
Sales periodDecember 2015 – April 2021
PriceAbout $45

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-444-3353
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.harborfreight.com

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