Barbeques Galore Inc. Recalls Gas Grills Posing Risk of Gas Leaks, Fires
Recall 06095 · Feb 23, 2006 · Barbeques Galore Inc.
1,800
units affected
1,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06095
- Date
- Feb 23, 2006
- Company
- Barbeques Galore Inc.
- Units affected
- 1,800
- Product
- Turbo Sport Portable Infrared LP Gas Grills
- Product type
- Grills, Smokers & Accessories
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The Turbo Sport Portable Infrared LP Gas Grill is model number IR600; the model number is not identified on the grill. The Turbo Sport measures 16.5 inches long by 14 inches wide and 12 inches high. The portable grill is constructed of stainless steel with an attached stainless steel hood. The "Turbo Sport" nameplate is on the front panel of the grill. No other barbecue with the "Turbo" name is affected by this recall.
What can happen
The grills have faulty regulators that can release too much gas to the burner causing an excessive burner flame. This also poses a risk of gas leaks, fires and explosions if an ignition source is present.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these grills and return the regulator to a Barbeques Galore retail store for a replacement, or contact Barbeques Galore Customer Service to have a replacement regulator sent to them.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been 18 reports of excessive flame or the regulator shutting off. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Barbeques Galore Inc. stores nationwide from August 2004 through August 2005 for between $170 and $200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled turbo sport portable infrared lp gas grills?
Consumers should stop using these grills and return the regulator to a Barbeques Galore retail store for a replacement, or contact Barbeques Galore Customer Service to have a replacement regulator sent to them.
What is the hazard?
The grills have faulty regulators that can release too much gas to the burner causing an excessive burner flame. This also poses a risk of gas leaks, fires and explosions if an ignition source is present.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.