Camilla Jessen
Major recall hits popular Walmart outdoor appliance.
Walmart has issued a nationwide recall of roughly 201,000 portable stoves after dozens of reports of fires, explosions and burn injuries.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall, urging consumers to stop using the product immediately.
What’s being recalled
The recall applies to Ozark Trail Tabletop 1-Burner Butane Camping Stoves with the printed model number BG2247A1.
The stoves were sold in Walmart stores across the United States and online at Walmart.com between March 2023 and October 2025. Prices ranged from $8 to $45.
Why they’re dangerous
According to the CPSC, Walmart received 26 consumer reports involving the stoves catching fire or exploding during use.
Sixteen of those incidents resulted in injuries, including second-degree burns.
Officials warn that the defect poses a serious risk of fire, burn injuries and even explosion.
What consumers should do
Anyone who owns the recalled stove should stop using it immediately. Walmart is offering full refunds for customers who return the product to any Walmart location.
Consumers with questions can contact Walmart customer service or visit the CPSC’s official recall page for more information.
Sources: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
