Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Big Lots Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard
Recall 07170 · May 1, 2007 · Char-Broil
600
units affected
600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07170
- Date
- May 1, 2007
- Company
- Char-Broil
- Units affected
- 600
- Product
- Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407
- Product type
- Grills, Smokers & Accessories
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
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.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Big Lots stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $115 and $130.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled char-broil two-burner gas grills model 463720407?
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.
What is the 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.
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.