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Sea to Summit Recalls Camping Pots Due to Burn and Scald Hazards

Reported: January 13, 2021 Initiated: January 13, 2021 #21068

Product Description

This recall involves Sea to Summit aluminum Alpha and stainless-steel Sigma camping pots with a black Nylon latch that keeps the handle in the open position while in use. Both the Alpha and Sigma camping pots also come with a lid. These pots were sold in 1.2, 1.9, 2.7- and 3.7-liter sizes and are used for cooking while camping. The Alpha pots are a matte gray and the Sigma pots are polished stainless steel and black. The pots have "Sea to Summit" written on the front, along with the pot size. The Alpha pots state "Hard Anodised Compact Cooking System" below the name and size; the Sigma pots state "Premium Stainless-Steel Compact Cooking System." Handle usage guidelines and warnings are also written on the side of the pot. Only pots with a black latch that does NOT have a screw are part of this recall. The pots were sold individually and as part of camping cookware sets. Alpha Cookware Alpha Pot 1.2 Liter Alpha Pot 1.9 Liter Alpha Pot 2.7 Liter Alpha Pot 3.7 Liter Alpha Cook Set 1.1 - 1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug Alpha Pot Set 2.0 - 1.2L pot & 2.7L pot Alpha Cook Set 2.1 - 1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 - 1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 4.2 - 2.7L pot, 3.7L pot, 4 bowls, 4 mugs Sigma Cookware Sigma Pot 1.2 L Sigma Pot 1.9 L Sigma Pot 2.7 L Sigma Pot 3.7 L Sigma Pot Set 2.0 - 1.2L pot & 2.7L pot Sigma Cook Set 1.1 - 1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug Sigma Cook Set 2.1 - 1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Sigma 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 - 1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs

Reason for Recall

The nylon latch can disengage from the pot and cause the handle to detach, posing burn and scald hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma pots with a black Nylon latch and contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit.

Details

Units Affected
About 16,200 (In addition, about 2,050 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Sea to Summit aluminum Alpha and stainless-steel Sigma camping pots with a black Nylon latch that keeps the handle in the open position while in use. Both the Alpha and Sigma camping pots also come with a lid. These pots were sold in 1.2, 1.9, 2.7- and 3.7-liter sizes and are used for cooking while camping. The Alpha pots are a matte gray and the Sigma pots are polished stainless steel and black. The pots have "Sea to Summit" written on the front, along with the pot size. The Alpha pots state "Hard Anodised Compact Cooking System" below the name and size; the Sigma pots state "Premium Stainless-Steel Compact Cooking System." Handle usage guidelines and warnings are also written on the side of the pot. Only pots with a black latch that does NOT have a screw are part of this recall. The pots were sold individually and as part of camping cookware sets. Alpha Cookware Alpha Pot 1.2 Liter Alpha Pot 1.9 Liter Alpha Pot 2.7 Liter Alpha Pot 3.7 Liter Alpha Cook Set 1.1 - 1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug Alpha Pot Set 2.0 - 1.2L pot & 2.7L pot Alpha Cook Set 2.1 - 1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 - 1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set 4.2 - 2.7L pot, 3.7L pot, 4 bowls, 4 mugs Sigma Cookware Sigma Pot 1.2 L Sigma Pot 1.9 L Sigma Pot 2.7 L Sigma Pot 3.7 L Sigma Pot Set 2.0 - 1.2L pot & 2.7L pot Sigma Cook Set 1.1 - 1.2L pot, 1 bowl, 1 mug Sigma Cook Set 2.1 - 1.9L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs Sigma 2 Pot Cook Set 2.2 - 1.2L pot, 2.7L pot, 2 bowls, 2 mugs. Units affected: About 16,200 (In addition, about 2,050 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The nylon latch can disengage from the pot and cause the handle to detach, posing burn and scald hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Alpha and Sigma pots with a black Nylon latch and contact Sea to Summit for a free latch repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 13, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21068.