Product Recall Number: 07-170
Why was Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407 recalled?
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 Recall Number: 07-170
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2007-04-30
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 600 Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407. 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.Name of product: Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407Units: About 600Importer: Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.Manufacturer: Winmax, of ChinaHazard: 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.Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Five consumers have received grills without the correct heat shield.Description: 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.Sold at: Big Lots stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $115 and $130.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers 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.Consumer Contact: For 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.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 600
Incidents: None reported. Five consumers have received grills without the correct heat shield.
Remedy: Consumers 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.
Sold At: Big Lots stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $115 and $130.
Importers: Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
Manufacturers: Winmax, of China
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed