Safety Recall: Nihon Gas Co., Ltd. Cassette Gas Canister – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 02, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000017152
Product: Cassette Gas Canister
Brand: Nihon Gas Co., Ltd.
Hazards: Safety Risk
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

A recall has been issued for cassette gas canisters (カセットボンベ) manufactured by Nihon Gas Co., Ltd. and sold by Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. The Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) announced the recall on February 3, 2017, after discovering that a defect in internal components could cause gas leakage when the canister is attached to a cassette stove. This poses a serious fire and explosion hazard to consumers.

The recall affects an unspecified number of units, and no specific model numbers, lot identifiers, or JAN codes have been provided in the notice. Consumers are urged to immediately stop using the affected canisters and to contact the manufacturer or seller for instructions on how to return the product and obtain a refund or replacement. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE).

If you own a cassette gas canister from this brand, take the following steps immediately:

• Stop using the product right away.
• Check the product label for manufacturer information (Nihon Gas Co., Ltd.) and seller information (Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd.).
• Contact the manufacturer or seller using the contact information provided in the recall notice to arrange for return and refund or replacement.
• Do not dispose of the canister in regular trash; follow the instructions provided by the company for safe handling.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

The product was manufactured by Nihon Gas Co., Ltd. and sold by Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. The recall was initiated on February 3, 2017, due to a defect in internal components that could cause gas leakage when the canister is attached to a cassette stove. Referenced information sources include the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE). Management number: 00000017152.

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