Alcohol Fire Pit Recall Lawsuits Are Being Filed Over Severe Burn Injuries and Fatalities

Officials have linked 60 injuries and two deaths to alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits, with many incidents involving sudden eruptions during routine refueling.

Lawsuits are mounting across the U.S. against manufacturers and retailers of alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits, following a wave of severe burn injuries, federal recalls and safety warnings issued in response to flame jetting explosions and invisible fires.

Marketed as stylish and compact alternatives to traditional fire pits, tabletop units sold under brand names like Colsen, FLÎKRfire and Gusar quickly became a popular trend on platforms like Amazon, Wayfair and TikTok storefronts. Touted for their sleek concrete designs and ease of use, these alcohol-fueled fire pits surged in sales as consumers embraced them as decorative features for patios, balconies and living rooms.

However, while manufacturers promoted them as safe for indoor and outdoor use, a growing number of reports now indicate that their fast-igniting fuel systems, invisible flames and lack of basic safety features, such as flame arrestors, spill guards or flame visibility indicators, have turned these trendy fire pits into dangerous burn hazards.

Dozens of injuries have now been linked to alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits, with victims suffering second- and third-degree burns, permanent scarring and long-term disability. At least two deaths have also been publicly reported, drawing the attention of federal safety officials.

In the wake of these incidents, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued urgent safety alerts late last year, first recalling certain Colsen models and later warning consumers to immediately stop using FLÎKRfire units due to similar risks of invisible flames and flame jetting.

As the scope of injuries continues to grow, tabletop fire pit burn lawsuits are now being filed across the country, targeting manufacturers and retailers for placing dangerous, defectively designed products into consumers’ homes. Plaintiffs allege the devices lacked essential safety features, failed to meet industry standards, and were sold with inadequate warnings, despite clear evidence of ongoing harm.

Recalled Fire Pits Linked to Burn Injuries

In October 2024, the CPSC announced a Colsen-branded tabletop fire pit recall impacting approximately 89,500 units after receiving multiple incident reports where users were severely burned.

These concrete-styled units came in various shapes including skull, hexagon, round, rectangular, and ranged between 5 to 18 inches wide. They were sold at major retailers like Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart and on TikTok storefronts. The recall was triggered by reports of flame jetting and flash fires, where alcohol flames, often invisible, suddenly erupt during refueling, causing serious injuries.

At the time of the recall, the CPSC had logged 31 related incidents, including 19 burn injuries, with several victims suffering deep burns over 40% of their body that required surgeries or extended rehabilitation. The agency warned that these fires can occur in less than one second and urged consumers to stop using and dispose of the recall-affected models immediately.

Just two months later, in December 2024, the CPSC issued a FLÎKRfire tabletop fireplaces consumer alert, warning that the products, and any similar liquid-burning fire pits that violate the voluntary safety standard ASTM F3363‑19, pose serious risks of flame jetting and pool fires.

This safety standard, established in 2019, was specifically designed to prevent such incidents by requiring flame arrestors, spill guards and visible flame indicators to reduce the risk of flash fires during refueling.

The agency advised consumers to immediately discontinue use and remove these products from their homes, citing at least 60 injuries and two confirmed deaths since 2019.

Tabletop Fire Pit Burn Injury Lawsuits

As reports of burn injuries and fatalities continue to emerge, personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits are now being filed across the country against manufacturers and retailers of alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits. Plaintiffs in these cases allege the products were dangerously designed, failed to meet established safety standards, and were sold without adequate warnings, despite mounting evidence of harm.

An April 2025 lawsuit (PDF) filed in Texas by Jordan Little claims she suffered life-altering burns from a Colsen fire pit purchased on Amazon after it ignited during ordinary use. The complaint accuses Amazon of acting not merely as a marketplace, but as a distributor, with a legal obligation to remove hazardous products after injury reports and federal alerts became public. A trial is currently scheduled for mid-2026.

In Colorado, Carolyn Thauberger filed a Colsen fire pit lawsuit (PDF) after suffering second- and third-degree burns when the unit exploded during refueling. Her complaint names both Gusar LLC, the Florida-based manufacturer, and Amazon, alleging they marketed and sold a product known to pose a serious burn risk.

In Florida, a case filed by Kayla Hominski and her family is expected to serve as an early bellwether for similar claims. According to the complaint (PDF), Hominski was standing near a Colsen fire pit when it suddenly reignited during a refueling attempt, engulfing her in flames. She suffered third-degree burns over 43% of her body and required multiple surgeries, including skin grafts and intensive rehabilitation. The case is currently set for trial in March 2026.

Across these and other lawsuits, the core allegations include:

• Defective design: Plaintiffs say the fire pits lacked critical safety features such as flame arrestors, spill guards and visible flame indicators that could have prevented injuries.
• Failure to warn: Instruction materials and product packaging allegedly failed to explain the risk of invisible flames and flash fire events during refueling.
• Negligent distribution: Online retailers like Amazon and Wayfair are accused of continuing to sell the fire pits even after being alerted to serious injuries and government warnings.
• Violation of safety standards: Many of the products failed to comply with ASTM F3363-19, a voluntary industry standard meant to prevent flame jetting and alcohol pool fires.

Victims frequently report burns to the hands, arms, torso and face, injuries that often require emergency intervention, extended hospitalization in burn units, and painful surgical skin grafts. In many cases, survivors are left with lasting physical and emotional trauma, including scarring, anxiety and long-term disability.

Tabletop Fire Pit Recall Lawyers

Lawyers are now investigating burn injury and wrongful death claims linked to recalled and defective tabletop fire pits. Through filing a personal injury lawsuit, victims can seek to recover compensation for physical, emotional and financial losses resulting from these dangerous products.

You may qualify for a tabletop fire pit lawsuit if you or a loved one experienced:

• Second- or third-degree burns requiring medical treatment
• Permanent scarring, nerve damage or loss of mobility
• Inhalation injuries from sudden fire eruptions
• Fire-related injuries to children or bystanders
• Accidents caused by flame jetting during refueling
• Wrongful death linked to fire pit explosions
• Time away from work or short-term disability due to injuries
• Prolonged medical care, hospitalization, or rehabilitation
• Permanent disfigurement or long-term psychological trauma

To find out if you may be eligible for compensation, submit your information for a free legal consultation. A lawyer can help identify the product involved, determine if your injuries are linked to a recalled or hazardous model, and explain your legal rights.

All fire pit injury claims are handled on a contingency-fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs, and no legal fees unless compensation is recovered.

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If you or a loved one suffered injuries from a tabletop fire pit explosion, submit your information for a free case review to determine whether you may be eligible for a fire pit injury lawsuit settlement.

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