Char-Broil Vertical Gas Smokers recall: Injury Hazard
Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard
Why was Char-Broil Vertical Gas Smokers recalled?
When the temperature setting is in "low," the smoker's hose/valve/regulator (HVR) assembly does not allow sufficient gas to flow, causing the flame to extinguish. Gas continues to flow and build up inside the smoker. If the smoker is reignited the build-up of propane gas can cause an explosion that bursts the smoker's door open, posing an injury hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled smokers and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement hose/valve/regulator assembly and installation instructions. Contact: For additional information, contact Char-Broil toll-free at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.charbroil.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
- Char-Broil vertical gas smokers
- Company
- Ningbo Spring Communications of China, Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
- Quantity
- About 18,450
- Sold at
- Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140.
- Recall date
- August 24, 2010
- Incidents / injuries
- The company has received five reports of doors bursting open and hitting consumers. Injuries reported include burns to face and head, head concussion and cuts.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves the Char-Broil vertical gas smokers with model number 07701413. The model number is printed on a metal tag located on the right rear leg of the smoker. The smoker measures 21.5" x 19.5" x 45.5" and weighs 75 pounds. A "G" inside a triangle is printed on the regulator (see photo).