Katadyn North America Recalls Optimus Gemini Portable Gas Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #23004
Recall Date
2022-10-06
Manufacturer
Katadyn North America Inc., of Rocklin, Calif.
Units Affected
About 1,100 (In addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Optimus Gemini portable 2-burner stoves
Hazard
The recalled stove's gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stoves and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Katadyn North America to receive a prepaid mailer to return the stove for a full refund. Katadyn North America is contacting all known purchasers directly or through its retail partners.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Specialty outdoor and sporting goods stores nationwide and on various websites from January 2021 through September 2022 for about $178.
Manufactured In
Romania
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Optimus Gemini Portable 2-burner Stoves. "Optimus" is printed on the side. The stoves are black metal with silver top burner surfaces, measure about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide and can be used with isobutane-propane fuels. The recalled stoves have the following serial number range RG000001 through RG006788 and RG023004 through RG023323. The serial number is printed on the black connector to the gas canister.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28