San Diego, CA, August 12, 2026 —

A U.S. Navy veteran residing in San Diego has filed a lawsuit against Amazon and two manufacturing companies, citing severe injuries sustained from a tabletop fire pit.

The incident, which resulted in third-degree burns to the veteran’s face, neck, and upper body, occurred when the fire pit allegedly experienced a “flame jetting” event. The lawsuit contends that the product was inherently dangerous and failed to provide sufficient warnings to users about potential risks.

The veteran’s legal action seeks damages, alleging negligence on the part of the manufacturers and Amazon for distributing a hazardous product. The suit claims the product’s design or manufacturing defects contributed to the severe injuries.

In response to the lawsuit, Amazon has stated that the specific product in question, which has reportedly been recalled, is no longer listed or available for purchase on its e-commerce platform. The company did not provide further comment on the ongoing legal matter.

Details regarding the specific names of the manufacturing companies involved in the lawsuit were not immediately available. The veteran’s legal team is pursuing claims related to product liability, asserting that the fire pit posed an unreasonable risk of harm.

The lawsuit highlights concerns surrounding the safety of consumer products sold online and the responsibility of retailers to ensure the products they offer meet safety standards and are accompanied by adequate warnings.

Further details regarding the timeline of the incident, the specific model of the fire pit, and the current status of the recall were not provided in the initial summary.



Story summarized from the original created by Dave Summers on www.nbcsandiego.com, see more information here.

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