Snow Peak Takibi Propane Insert Recall: What Owners Should Do
The recall covers the Takibi Fireplace Propane Insert, model ST-332-US, and its lava rocks—not the Pack & Carry Fireplace itself. Learn how to identify the affected accessory and choose a remedy.
The Snow Peak Takibi propane insert recall covers the Takibi Fireplace Propane Insert, model ST-332-US, and its lava rocks—not the Pack & Carry Fireplace L or XL itself. Stop using the insert and rocks immediately. Owners can return the insert for a refund or keep it and request replacement rocks. Do not use the insert until replacement rocks arrive. [1][2]
Which Snow Peak Takibi products are included in the recall?
The recall includes the Takibi Fireplace Propane Insert, model ST-332-US, and its lava rocks. The Pack & Carry Fireplace L (ST-032) and XL (ST-034) are not themselves included. The insert is an accessory that lets those fireplaces run on propane instead of wood or charcoal. [1]
Check the model number on the insert’s packaging or in its user manual; CPSC identifies both as places where the number appears. [1] If you no longer have either, do not guess based on appearance. Ask Snow Peak to verify the product before using it.
When buying or checking a used unit, distinguish the propane insert from the fireplace body. A listing for the fireplace body alone is not a listing for the recalled accessory. Ask the seller which parts are included, especially whether the propane insert and lava rocks come with the fireplace.
Why was the Takibi propane insert recalled?
CPSC says the lava rocks can ignite and explode when heated in the propane insert, creating burn and fire hazards that could cause serious injury or death. [1]
CPSC estimates that about 100 units were sold, while Snow Peak reports fewer than 100. [1][2] The agencies differ on reported damage: CPSC reports one account of rocks exploding, with minor property damage and no reported injuries. [1] Snow Peak says it received a report of rocks ejecting from the unit, that subsequent testing confirmed the issue, and that incorrect rock materials were substituted at the factory in Taiwan. Snow Peak reports no injuries or property damage. [2]
What should owners do if they have the recalled insert?
Stop using the insert and its lava rocks immediately. Snow Peak’s recall notice provides two remedy paths: return the insert for a refund or keep it and request replacement rocks. The recall portal is the return route for a refund; replacement-rock requests should go through the separate Snow Peak contact channel listed with the recall information. [1][2]
- For a refund: Open Snow Peak’s recall notice, follow its link to the return portal, and start a return. Follow the portal’s shipping instructions to obtain and use the shipping label. CPSC says the refund is full and the shipping label is prepaid. [1][2]
- For replacement rocks: Open the recall information and use the Snow Peak contact channel provided there, not the return portal. Indicate that you are keeping the Takibi Fireplace Propane Insert, model ST-332-US, and request the no-cost replacement lava rocks. Follow Snow Peak’s instructions for completing the request. Keep the insert unused until the replacement rocks arrive. [1][2]
- For the recalled rocks: Dispose of them according to local and state ordinances, as CPSC directs. [1]
Do not use the recalled rocks while waiting for a remedy, and do not substitute other rocks. Snow Peak instructs customers to stop using the insert until they receive the replacement lava rocks. [2]
What should secondhand buyers check before using one?
Before using a used Takibi propane insert, verify whether it is model ST-332-US and whether its rocks are recalled or have been replaced. [1][2] A seller’s assurance or the fact that the unit was previously used does not confirm that it is safe to use now.
- Confirm the model: Ask for the model number and check the packaging or user manual if available. [1]
- Clarify what is included: Establish whether the listing includes the propane insert, lava rocks, the Pack & Carry Fireplace body, or a combination. The recall applies to the insert and rocks, not the fireplace body. [1]
- Confirm replacement status: If the seller says replacement rocks were supplied, ask whether they have arrived. Snow Peak says the insert must remain unused until they do. [2]
- Pause if details are unclear: Ask Snow Peak to verify the model and remedy status before using the insert.
This checklist can help assess a listing, but it does not establish that a particular secondhand insert has been remedied. If you cannot verify the model or replacement status, do not use it.
Refund or replacement rocks: how to decide
Choose a refund if you are willing to return the insert through Snow Peak’s recall portal. Choose replacement rocks if you want to keep the accessory; make that request through the Snow Peak contact channel listed with the recall information. In either case, stop using the insert and recalled rocks. If you choose replacements, leave the insert unused until they arrive. [1][2]
Frequently asked questions
How can I identify the recalled lava rocks if I no longer have the packaging or user manual?
The recall information identifies the rocks as those supplied with the Takibi Fireplace Propane Insert, model ST-332-US, but does not provide a separate marking or visual test. [1] Contact Snow Peak to verify what you have, and do not use the insert while the rocks or replacement status remain uncertain. [2]
Does the recall apply to Takibi Propane Inserts sold outside the United States?
The CPSC and Snow Peak recall information does not specify whether the remedy applies to inserts sold outside the United States. [1][2] Ask Snow Peak to confirm the process for your location.
What information or proof does Snow Peak require to process a refund?
The recall information says customers can start a return through Snow Peak’s portal but does not list the documents or proof required. [2] Check the portal or contact Snow Peak for its current requirements.
How can I confirm that replacement lava rocks are the recall replacements?
The recall information does not describe a label or other identification method for replacement rocks. [1][2] Confirm with Snow Peak that the rocks supplied are the recall replacements before using the insert, and do not substitute other rocks. [2]