Overview
- The complaint says Anthony Trevino, a 31-year-old former U.S. Navy search-and-rescue swimmer, suffered third-degree burns when a Colsen tabletop rubbing-alcohol fire pit produced a sudden flame-jetting fireball as he refilled it on Sept. 17, 2025.
- Trevino was hospitalized for weeks and the suit alleges he has permanent scarring, nerve damage, ongoing pain, and long-term limits on work and daily life from the burns.
- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled about 89,500 Colsen pits in October 2024 and issued a broader alert in December 2024 after regulators linked these alcohol-fueled devices to flame jetting, at least 60 injuries, and two deaths since 2019.
- The complaint names Amazon and manufacturers Colsen and Gusar, alleges Amazon sent muted recall notices that did not warn of catastrophic burn risk or offer refunds, and says similar products remained available on the platform.
- Trevino’s lawyers cite a 2020 California appellate precedent to press marketplace liability, the case is in early stages, and a ruling could affect how e-commerce sites are held responsible for dangerous third-party products.