Common household item is a fire hazard: 200K units recalled over gas leak
Nearly 200,000 stainless steel gas connectors sold nationwide at major hardware stores are being recalled for posing a serious fire hazard.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall of 196,800 DuraTrac gas connectors after identifying a manufacturing defect that can cause gas leaks.
The recalled connectors were sold at Ace Hardware, Blake's Inc. and Merritt's Hardware stores nationwide from May 2025 through November 2025 for about $20.
These products feature a yellow label with the brand name "DuraTrac" and also says "Made in Thailand."
Affected units are marked with CSA file number "259973" engraved on the flare nuts along with manufacture date codes 24D, 25A, 25B or 25C.
Federal safety officials advised that "consumers should stop using the recalled DuraTrac stainless steel gas connectors immediately and contact DuraTrac for a full refund."
No injuries or incidents related to the defect have been reported.
DuraTrac, an importer based in Anaheim, California, is facilitating the refund process.
Consumers can reach the company toll-free at 866-678-8214 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Monday through Friday.
Support is also available via email at customerservice@duratracinc.com or through the company's recall page .
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