Safety regulator, Nexgrill Industries Announce Recall of Gas Grills to Replace Gas Pressure Regulator (On/Off Gauge)
Recall 05023 · Oct 21, 2004 · Nexgrill Industries Inc.
10,900
units affected
10,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05023
- Date
- Oct 21, 2004
- Company
- Nexgrill Industries Inc.
- Units affected
- 10,900
- Product
- Beefmaster Explorer Outdoor Gas Grill, Model Number 720-0001
- Product type
- Grills, Smokers & Accessories
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the Beefmaster Explorer Outdoor Gas Grill Model Number 720-0001. The tabletop grill is made of stainless steel and is used with a disposable propane cylinder, which is purchased separately. Each grill has one main burner and a cooking grid that sits over the burner. Model numbers are located on the back panel of the grill. The brand name "Nexgrill" is on a plate on the grill lid.
What can happen
As consumers adjust the gas pressure regulator (on/off gauge) leading to the propane cylinder, the label on the valve can become positioned in such a manner that it is difficult to read. This can cause consumers to inadvertently leave the gas valve on, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should contact Nexgrill to obtain a free replacement gauge. Consumers can also return the product to the company for installation of the replacement gauge at no charge. In addition, Crate & Barrel customers should contact Crate & Barrel to obtain a free replacement gauge or to make arrangements to return the product to the company for installation of the replacement gauge at no charge.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Nexgrill has received two reports of consumers leaving the gas valve on. No injuries or property damage has been reported.
- Sold at
- Academy, Bar-B-Que Galore, Crate and Barrel, Home Town and discount department stores nationwide. Crate and Barrel also sold the grills through their catalog and at www.crateandbarrel.com. The grills were sold from January 2002 through June 2003 for about $100.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled beefmaster explorer outdoor gas grill, model number 720-0001?
Consumers should contact Nexgrill to obtain a free replacement gauge. Consumers can also return the product to the company for installation of the replacement gauge at no charge. In addition, Crate & Barrel customers should contact Crate & Barrel to obtain a free replacement gauge or to make arrangements to return the.
What is the hazard?
As consumers adjust the gas pressure regulator (on/off gauge) leading to the propane cylinder, the label on the valve can become positioned in such a manner that it is difficult to read. This can cause consumers to inadvertently leave the gas valve on, posing a fire hazard.
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.