CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly to the consumer and expel onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that expels and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • October 11, 2011

Marshall Group Recalls Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 32 oz. clear plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "PatioGlo bio-fuel gel" or "Citronella PatioGlo". The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are included in this recall: Size Model Number SKU 32 oz. PG-32 845095015023 32 oz. PGC-32 (Citronella) 845095015030

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact the Marshall Group at recall@marshallgroupcorp.com or toll-free at 855-270-8482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://marshallgroupcorp.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Gift shops, home and garden stores, and online stores nationwide from November 2010 until August 2011 for between $7.99 and $11.99.
Injuries
The Marshall Group has received four reports of incidents, resulting in three injuries with burns requiring hospitalization.
Manufacturer
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
12007

Product Information

Product Name
Marshall Gardens PatioGlo Bio-Fuel Gel
Product Type
Gel Fuels
Number of Units
About 39,000 bottles
Manufacturer Name
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Distributed By
Marshall Group, of Elkhart, Ind.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 855-270-8482
Website marshallgroupcorp.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact the Marshall Group at recall@marshallgroupcorp.com or toll-free at 855-270-8482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://marshallgroupcorp.com