NewsFox 5 San Diego & KUSI — Local NewsAugust 5, 2026San Diego
San Diego Navy veteran sues Amazon over exploding tabletop fire pit
A San Diego Navy veteran has filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging the company failed to warn customers about the dangers of a tabletop alcohol-burning fire pit that exploded and caused him severe burns. The lawsuit follows a 2024 recall of the specific product brand involved in the incident.
Read the full story at Fox 5 San Diego & KUSI — Local NewsWhy It Matters
This lawsuit highlights ongoing consumer safety concerns regarding tabletop fire pits, which have been involved in two major explosion incidents in San Diego County within the last year.
Key Facts
- A San Diego Navy veteran suffered severe third-degree burns and permanent scarring from an exploding tabletop alcohol-burning fire pit.
- The plaintiff is suing Amazon for failing to adequately warn customers about the product's dangers.
- The specific brand of fire pit involved in the explosion was subject to a product recall in 2024.
- This incident is the second major explosion involving similar tabletop devices reported in San Diego County within the last year.
Who's Mentioned
personAnthony Trevino“Navy veteran and plaintiff who suffered third-degree burns.”organizationColsen Fire Pits, LLC“Defendant and manufacturer of the fire pit.”organizationAmazon“Defendant and online retailer sued for selling the fire pit.”personJeremy Robinson“Attorney representing Anthony Trevino.”organizationGusar, LLC“Defendant named in the lawsuit.”organizationU.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission“Federal agency that issued consumer alerts regarding fire pits.”locationSan Diego“Location of the incident and the lawsuit filing.”