Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 02, 2026
🚨 Recall Alert
Product: Cassette Gas Canister
Brand: Nihon Gas
Hazards: Safety Risk
Case #00000017159 | View original notice ->
📋 Inscription Fact Summary
Product: Cassette Gas Canister
Brand: Nihon Gas
Case Number: #00000017159
Recall Information Record
Case Number: 00000017159
Product: Cassette Gas Canister
Brand: Nihon Gas
Hazards: Safety Risk
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)
WHAT HAPPENED
Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency has issued a recall notice for Nichigas brand cassette gas canisters (カセットボンベ). The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the canisters may leak gas when attached to a cassette stove, posing a risk of fire or explosion. The notice was published on February 3, 2017, under management number 00000017159, and references guidance from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE).
This recall is significant because gas leaks from portable canisters can lead to serious accidents, including fires and burns, especially in household or outdoor cooking settings. Consumers who own these canisters should stop using them immediately to prevent potential harm. The recall underscores the importance of product safety monitoring and the role of regulatory bodies in protecting public health and safety.
If you have purchased a Nichigas cassette gas canister, take the following steps:
- Immediately stop using the product and disconnect it from any stove or appliance.
- Check the product label for brand and model information to confirm it is part of the recall.
- Contact Nichigas or the retailer where you purchased the canister for instructions on return, replacement, or disposal.
- Do not throw the canister in regular trash; follow local hazardous waste disposal guidelines.
- Monitor the Consumer Affairs Agency recall website or contact METI/NITE for further updates.
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
Recall notice issued by Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) on 2017-02-03. The product may cause gas leakage when attached to a cassette stove. Referenced sources: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE). Management number: 00000017159.
🖼️ Product Diagrams & Defect Indicators
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which Nihon Gas products are affected by this safety list?
A: The recall covers specific batches of Cassette Gas Canister. Refer to official dossier #00000017159 for verified metrics.
Q: What physical hazard does this present?
A: Identified hazard vectors include: Safety Risk.
Q: What actions should affected users take?
A: Stop using the unit immediately. Follow official safety guidelines: View original CAA notice.
Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) recall notices.
Consumers should refer to the original Japan CAA notice for complete details.