Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 10-325 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- August 24, 2010
- Brand
- Char-Broil
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Char-Broil vertical gas smokers
- Hazard
- Injury Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 18,450
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
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).
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Char-Broil vertical gas smokers · About 18,450 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140.; Ningbo Spring Communications of China; Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga..
Injuries or incidents reported
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.
Consumer 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
Recall history and context
Char-Broil appears in 7 CPSC recalls on record. See all Char-Broil recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Char-Broil vertical gas smokers (About 18,450 units). This recall involves the Char-Broil vertical gas smokers with model number 07701413.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Injury Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using the recalled smokers and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement hose/valve/regulator assembly and installation instructions.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.