Tabletop Fire Pits Sold on Amazon Draw Recalls, Federal Warnings and Burn Lawsuits
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has linked small liquid-fuel fire pits to two deaths and at least 60 injuries since 2019. Injured consumers have started filing lawsuits that name Amazon, among others. Amazon has said it removed the recalled products and notified customers.
The burn and fire risks originate with a dubious design. Many of these products hold isopropyl alcohol or a similar fuel in an open bowl, and the flame can be hard to see. CPSC says refueling while any flame remains can cause flame jetting, which throws burning fuel onto people nearby. The agency reports these fuels burn above 1,600 degrees Fahrenheit and can cause third-degree burns in less than one second.
Have you or a loved one been hurt by a tabletop fire pit? The Lyon Firm offers free, confidential consultations to people injured by dangerous products. Call (513) 381-2333 or contact the firm online to talk through your options.
The Colsen Fire Pit Recall
In October 2024, Colsen Fire Pits LLC of Miami recalled about 89,500 concrete tabletop fire pits in coordination with CPSC. The units sold from January 2020 to July 2024 on Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair and other sites for $40 to $90.
CPSC received 31 reports of flame jetting or escaping flames, including 19 burn injuries. Two people suffered third-degree burns over more than 40 percent of their bodies. CPSC told owners to stop using the products and dispose of them, and it said the company lacked the money to offer a remedy.
In December 2024, CPSC issued a broader consumer alert about any fire pit that requires pouring liquid fuel into an open container and lighting it there. The agency says those designs violate voluntary standards and urged sellers to stop selling them.
Recently Filed Tabletop Fire Pit Lawsuits
A proposed class action filed in October 2024 alleges Colsen sold defective fire pits without adequate warnings.
In August 2026, Anthony Trevino sued Amazon after suffering a burn injury linked to an allegedly defective fire pit. His complaint alleges he bought a Colsen fire pit on Amazon in 2021, and that it erupted when he refueled it on his balcony in September 2025. He reports third-degree burns to his face, neck and upper body.
He alleges Amazon knew or should have known about the danger and did not warn him enough. Amazon says Colsen recalled the products, that it removed them and that it notified customers. The complaint relies on California appellate precedent on marketplace responsibility. A court has not decided any of these claims.
A separate lawsuit in Oklahoma County District Court alleges a tabletop fire pit that a children’s museum bought on Amazon exploded in June 2025 and burned a child visitor. Several other investigations around the country are ongoing.
Fire Pit Injury Claims Get Complicated
Tabletop fire pit cases often involve several companies. A manufacturer may design the product, a third-party seller may list it and Amazon may host or fulfill the order. Whether a marketplace bears legal responsibility depends on state law and the facts of the sale.
Plaintiffs may allege design defects such as an open fuel reservoir, failure to warn about refueling or negligence. A tabletop fire pit recall also does not cover every brand, so owners of unrecalled models should not assume their product is safe.
Steps to Take After a Burn Injury
Evidence matters in these cases. After you get medical care, consider these steps:
- Keep the fire pit, fuel bottle, packaging and instructions
- Save your order history, the product listing and any seller or Amazon messages
- Photograph your injuries and the scene as you heal
- Report the incident to CPSC at SaferProducts.gov
- Speak with a burn injury lawyer before giving a recorded statement to a seller or insurer
Consider Taking Legal Action
From offices in Ohio and California, our legal team investigates who designed, sold and promoted the product that leads to serious burn injuries. Filing deadlines vary by state and can be short, so waiting may limit your options. Call (513) 381-2333, or request a free consultation online.
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Tabletop Fire Pit Injury FAQs
Flame jetting occurs when liquid fuel (typically isopropyl alcohol or ethanol) is poured into a still-hot or still-burning tabletop fire pit. The residual flame ignites the stream of fuel, causing a sudden jet or fireball of burning liquid to shoot outward.
Victims frequently suffer severe second- and third-degree burns to the face and upper body. Many of these products were sold on Amazon and have been linked to CPSC safety warnings and multiple lawsuits.
Some lawsuits name Amazon as a defendant along with the manufacturer or importer. Courts in several states have held that Amazon can be treated as part of the chain of distribution and held strictly liable for defective products sold and fulfilled through its platform. Claims typically focus on defective design (lack of flame arrestors or proper safety features) and failure to provide adequate warnings about the risk of flame jetting during refueling.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued multiple safety warnings and recalls involving alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits (including certain Colsen models and others). The agency has linked the product category to at least two deaths and dozens of serious burn injuries since 2019, citing the risk of uncontrolled pool fires and flame jetting.
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