CPSCGeneral Alert
Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard
Published: August 24, 2010Recall ID: 10325Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
When the temperature setting is in "low," the smoker's hose/valve/regulator (HVR) assembly does not allow sufficient gas to flow, causing the flame to extinguish. Gas continues to flow and build up inside the smoker. If the smoker is reignited the build-up of propane gas can cause an explosion that bursts the smoker's door open, posing an injury hazard.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves the Char-Broil vertical gas smokers with model number 07701413. The model number is printed on a metal tag located on the right rear leg of the smoker. The smoker measures 21.5" x 19.5" x 45.5" and weighs 75 pounds. A "G" inside a triangle is printed on the regulator (see photo).
Affected Products
Char-Broil vertical gas smokers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Char-Broil-Recalls-Vertical-Gas-Smokers-Due-to-Injury-Hazard |
| Title | Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/6d18a164a9114324bcaaafe8d7082c8e.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled gas smoker |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/379a92a854fe4c24b3043843433fcac2.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Regulator with a "G" |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/63d6dd64f652435581d8b3b3730967f4.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Side view of regulator |
| Hazards › Name | When the temperature setting is in "low," the smoker's hose/valve/regulator (HVR) assembly does not allow sufficient gas to flow, causing the flame to extinguish. Gas continues to flow and build up inside the smoker. If the smoker is reignited the build-up of propane gas can cause an explosion that bursts the smoker's door open, posing an injury hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | The company has received five reports of doors bursting open and hitting consumers. Injuries reported include burns to face and head, head concussion and cuts. |
| Products › Name | Char-Broil vertical gas smokers |
| Products › Type | Grills, Smokers & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1979 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 18,450 |
| Recall I D | 318 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled smokers and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement hose/valve/regulator assembly and installation instructions. |
| Importers › Name | Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga. |
| Retailers › Name | Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140. |
| Recall Date | 2010-08-24T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the Char-Broil vertical gas smokers with model number 07701413. The model number is printed on a metal tag located on the right rear leg of the smoker. The smoker measures 21.5" x 19.5" x 45.5" and weighs 75 pounds. A "G" inside a triangle is printed on the regulator (see photo). |
| Recall Number | 10325 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Ningbo Spring Communications of China |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Char-Broil toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.charbroil.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |