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Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Big Lots Stores Due...

Published: May 1, 2007Recall ID: 07170Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The recalled grills could have an incorrect heat shield that does not fit the grills. Without the correct heat shield, the propane tank, hose, and regulator could overheat and damage these components, presenting a risk of fire and burn to consumers, if a propane leak occurs.

Product Description & Identification

Only Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720407 are included in the recall. This is a two-burner 360-square-inch cooking surface gas grill with a 170-square-inch swing-away rack, two side shelves and a condiment basket. Char-Broil's logo is on the top of the lid of the grill. The serial number is located on the white rating label on the back of the upper front panel of the grill. The serial numbers range from G305040611002821 to G305040611003420.

Affected Products

Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Char-Broil-Recalls-Two-Burner-Gas-Grills-Sold-Exclusively-at-Big-Lots-Stores-Due-to-Fire-Burn-Hazard
TitleChar-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Big Lots Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/033d973a7c0f4b22b95ce15c8329ce8d.jpg
Images › 1 › CaptionRecalled Grill Model 463720407
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/a9169b6d6191427caee7e69219a41c13.jpg
Images › 2 › CaptionIncorrect Heat Shield and Correct Heat Shield
Hazards › NameThe recalled grills could have an incorrect heat shield that does not fit the grills. Without the correct heat shield, the propane tank, hose, and regulator could overheat and damage these components, presenting a risk of fire and burn to consumers, if a propane leak occurs.
Injuries › NameNone reported.
Products › NameChar-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407
Products › TypeGrills, Smokers & Accessories
Products › Category I D1979
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 600
Recall I D3604
Remedies › NameConsumers should inspect their grill to determine whether the heat shield is properly installed. If the heat shield is missing or cannot be installed per instructions, stop using the grill and immediately contact Char-Broil. Char-Broil will send the consumer, free of charge, the correct heat shield and installation instructions.
Importers › NameChar-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
Retailers › NameBig Lots stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $115 and $130.
Recall Date2007-05-01T00:00:00
DescriptionOnly Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720407 are included in the recall. This is a two-burner 360-square-inch cooking surface gas grill with a 170-square-inch swing-away rack, two side shelves and a condiment basket. Char-Broil's logo is on the top of the lid of the grill. The serial number is located on the white rating label on the back of the upper front panel of the grill. The serial numbers range from G305040611002821 to G305040611003420.
Recall Number07170
Manufacturers › NameWinmax, of China
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact Char-Broil toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.charbroil.com
Last Publish Date2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

Overview

  • Recalling FirmWinmax, of China
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