CPSCSeptember 8, 2005

CPSC, Nexgrill Industries Announce Recall to Repair Gas

CPSC, Nexgrill Industries Announce Recall to Repair Gas Grills Sold Exclusively At Home Depot

Why was CPSC, Nexgrill Industries Announce Recall to Repair Gas recalled?

The hose connecting the propane tank with the manifold can run up too close to the firebox. The heat from the firebox can damage the hose, causing it to leak gas. The release of gas creates a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the gas grill and contact Nexgrill Customer Service to receive a free, self-installation repair kit. Contact: Call Nexgrill toll-free at (888) 568-9888 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's Web site at http://0036.serorder.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Charmglow® Gas Grills
Company
Nexgrill Industries Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Quantity
About 86,000
Sold at
Home Depot stores nationwide, from November 2004 through June 2005, for about $350.
Recall date
September 8, 2005
Incidents / injuries
Nexgrill has received five reports of fires involving hoses leaking gas and more than 45 additional reports of incidents involving possible gas leaks.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Charmglow® Gas Grills have a model number of 720-0036-HD-05, which can be found on the back of the grill. The stainless steel grill is designed to be used with propane gas. The name of the grill is located at the left corner of the exterior of the main burner lid. A temperature gauge is located at the center of the main burner lid.

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