Snow Peak recalls Takibi propane fireplace inserts and lava rocks because the rocks can explode when heated
The lava rocks can catch fire and explode when heated in the propane insert, which could cause serious burns, fires or even death.
What to do
Stop using the propane insert and lava rocks right away and contact Snow Peak for a full refund with a prepaid shipping label, or ask for replacement lava rocks only and keep the insert. Do not use the insert until the new rocks arrive, and dispose of the recalled rocks following local and state rules.
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Recall details
- Product
- Snow Peak Takibi Fireplace Propane Inserts and Lava Rocks
- Hazard
- The fireplace's lava rocks can ignite and explode when heated in the propane insert, posing a risk of serious injury or death from burn and fire hazards.
- Injuries
- The firm has received one report of lava rocks exploding with one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
- Units
- About 100
- Where sold
- Sold at Sold Online At: Snowpeak.com from July 2026 through July 2026 for about $350.
- Remedy
- Refund, Replace
- Notice last updated
- October 8, 2026
- Recall date
- October 8, 2026
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from CPSC.
Snow Peak Recalls Propane Fireplace Inserts and Lava Rocks Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire Hazards
- Description
- This recall involves the Takibi propane inserts and lava rocks, fireplace accessories that allows Snow Peak's Pack & Carry Fireplace L (ST-032) and XL (ST-034) to operate on propane fuel instead of wood or charcoal. The propane insert includes a detachable hose with a gas flow regulator that controls the intensity of the flame with the twist of a knob. The product also includes lava rocks. Model number ST-332-US can be found on the product packaging and in the user manual.
- Hazard
- The fireplace's lava rocks can ignite and explode when heated in the propane insert, posing a risk of serious injury or death from burn and fire hazards.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using the propane insert and lava rocks fireplace accessories immediately and contact Snow Peak for a full refund. Consumers will be provided with a prepaid shipping label to return the propane insert and lava rocks. For replacement lava rocks only, the consumer can keep the propane inserts, and the firm will ship replacement lava rocks to the consumer. Do not use inserts until replacement lava rocks are received. Consumers should dispose of the recalled lava rocks in accordance with any local and state ordinances. Remedy options: Refund, Replace.
- Injuries
- The firm has received one report of lava rocks exploding with one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
- Number of units
- About 100
- Sold at
- Sold at Sold Online At: Snowpeak.com from July 2026 through July 2026 for about $350.
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