Crime & Safety
AmeriGas Issues Recall For Propane Tanks Sold In New Hampshire, Massachusetts
AmeriGas Propane Exchange 20-pound grill tank or cylinder in southern central NH and eastern Massachusetts between July 27 and Aug. 2.
CONCORD, NH — AmeriGas said Wednesday that, out of caution, the company was voluntarily recalling a small number of potentially compromised tank cylinders typically used on grills, outside heaters, and other propane-operated devices.
The company said if you purchased or exchanged an AmeriGas Propane Exchange 20-pound grill tank or cylinder in southern and central New Hampshire and eastern Massachusetts — the Boston Metropolitan area, sold between the dates of July 27 - Aug. 2.
Check the cylinder collar for the marking: EVAS-M0859.
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This recall notice is limited to 490 total tanks/cylinders that made it into the market prior to identification and potential defect. If you purchased or exchanged barbeque (BBQ) grill tanks/cylinders outside of these locations, on different dates, or without the "EVAS-M0859" stamp, you have no reason to be concerned. They are unaffected.
The affected barbecue cylinders/tanks have a stamp on the collar (the ring around the top with the carry handle) showing the letters EVAS M0859 pressed into the metal as pictured.
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If, however, you find yourself to be one of the 490 affected AmeriGas Propane Exchange customers please accept our sincere apology and return your cylinder to the location where you bought it for a replacement tank.
If you have any questions or concerns before returning your cylinder, contact AmeriGas at 1-844-881-1296 or via email at recall@amerigas.com
AmeriGas is not the manufacturer of these cylinders but is issuing this recall for our customers' safety and peace of mind. Please rest assured that all cylinders were thoroughly inspected and confirmed to be leak-free multiple times before shipment.
The potential defect we identified as part of the propane tank/cylinder valve assembly could result in a leak after disconnection from the grill- but only if you forget to close the barbeque tank/cylinder valve.
AmeriGas said, "Safety is a core value and as always, we continue to put our customers', our communities,' and our own safety at the heart of everything we do, and every decision we make. Thank you for placing your trust, safety, and comfort in our hands."
