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Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireSold on WalmartAug 24, 2010
Recalled gas smoker
Recalled gas smoker
Regulator with a "G"
Regulator with a "G"
Side view of regulator
Side view of regulator

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

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.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled smokers and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement hose/valve/regulator assembly and installation instructions.

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.

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).

Sold on

Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140.

Contact the company

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 should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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