Flame King propane, LP or butane gas tanks or fittings
3 reports to CPSC, the latest made May 6, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
From SaferProducts.gov, released Nov 4, 2026.
- 3reports to CPSC
- May 6, 2026the latest report was made
- Apr 1, 2022the earliest
- 0with the company’s comments
- Brand
- Flame King
- Makers
- YSN IMPORTS, INC and Flame KingMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Propane, LP or butane gas tanks or fittingsCPSC’s product type: Propane, Lp or Butane Gas Tanks or Fittings (code 131), in Fuel, Lighters and Fireworks: Fuel Storage
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| April 2022 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
- No one hurt 2 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Nov 4, 2026. Updated daily.
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No one hurt Made May 6, 2026, sent to the company May 8, 2026, published by CPSC May 22, 2026
The product, in the report: 5 lb propane tank
I am reporting a catastrophic structural failure of a DOT-rated propane pressure vessel. On May 3, 2026, I noticed a strong smell of gas and a distinct hissing sound coming from my Flame King 5lb propane tank (Manufacture Date: 02-24). Upon inspection, I discovered a vertical crack approximately 1/4 inch long directly on the side wall weld seam. Submersion testing confirmed gas is actively escaping through the steel weld itself, not the valve or fittings. This indicates a severe manufacturing defect in the weld integrity. 2. What type of product(s) were being used? Brand: Flame King Model: YSN5LB-GAUGE (5lb Steel Propane Tank Cylinder with Gauge) Manufacture Date: 02/24 (stamped on collar) Purchase Date: July 30, 2024 (via Amazon.com) 3. Who was using the product(s)? The product was owned and operated by myself, [REDACTED]. It was located on my residential property in [REDACTED], at the time the leak was discovered. 4. How were the product(s) being used? The tank was used for outdoor camping and overlanding purposes, mounted to an off-road trailer using a standard, industry-recognized stainless steel mounting bracket. The tank was recently filled at a certified propane refilling station ([REDACTED]), where it was not overfilled, as the Overfill Protection Device (OPD) functioned correctly. 5. Were there any injuries that happened or may have happened while using the product? No physical injuries occurred, but a High Potential for Catastrophic Injury was present. 6. How did any injuries occur? While no injuries were sustained, the failure presented a severe risk of fire or explosion (BLEVE). The leak was discovered while the tank was near my vehicle and home. Had there been an ignition source nearby, or had the tank “unzipped” further under pressure while in transit, it could have resulted in a life-threatening explosion or fire. Furthermore, the manufacturers customer support suggested I transport this actively leaking, cracked pressure vessel to a local “exchange” center, which would have put myself and the public at extreme risk during transport.
- Model
- YSN5LB-GAUGE
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- Jul 30, 2024
- Where
- Commerce, Georgia: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 50, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Flame King, made or sold by Flame King
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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First aid Made Feb 13, 2025, sent to the company Feb 19, 2025, published by CPSC Mar 5, 2025
The product, in the report: Flame King 1 lb refillable propane tank green 8in tall by 3.75 wide
I was using a Flame King refillable 1 lb tank. I was taking the supplied plastic lid off in a garage when the entire brass nipple and valve unscrewed right out of the tank releasing all the propane which was then ignited by a flame. I found myself in a ball of flame which set my gloves and jacket on fire. Thankfully I only received a minor burn to ear and neck. I did strain a hamstring and shoulder escaping the situation and falling to the ground to extinguish the flames.
- Model
- Flame King 1 lb refillable propane tank
- Serial number
- 953540
- Where
- Seven Hills, Ohio: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 60, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Flame King, made or sold by YSN IMPORTS, INC
- Reports CPSC links to it
- 20250210-D6759-5144680
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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No one hurt Made Apr 1, 2022, sent to the company Apr 6, 2022, published by CPSC Apr 20, 2022
The product, in the report: Flame King refillable 1lb green propane cylinder
I have purchased the Flame King 1lb refillable propane cylinders with the refill kit. After about 3 years and maybe a total of 2 to 3 refills each on 12 bottles ([REDACTED] has them as well), these bottles have started leaking and spew propane when disconnecting them from appliances and the refill kit. This is not the standard little “pop” you get with the disposable 1lb bottles, they actually spew propane until you get them unscrewed. This presents a fire hazard and we no longer feel safe using them. There is a recall on these, however, the ones we have are newer bottles and are manufactured after the serial numbers affected by the recall. It is my opinion, that the recall should have been for ALL of these bottles, and no longer sold until the dangerous issue with them is fixed!
- Model
- Flame King 16.4oz green cylinder
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- Apr 8, 2019
- Where
- Elizabethtown, Kentucky: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 56, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Flame King, made or sold by YSN IMPORTS, INC
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
CPSC’s disclaimer
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Sources
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.
Released Nov 4, 2026 and checked Nov 4, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.
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