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JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsDec 10, 2009
Picture of Recalled BBQ grill
Picture of Recalled BBQ grill

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

Hazard

The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills. To ensure the grills are not useable, consumers should remove the gas regulator and hose assembly. All consumers (whether they purchased the item online or at a JCPenney retail stores) should return the regulator and hose to the Catalog/Customer Service Desk at any JCPenney store for a full refund. Consumers should contact JCPenney for instructions on how to disconnect the gas regulator and hose.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received 11 reports of fires resulting from inadequate drainage. No injuries reported.

Product description

This recall involves Cooks® brand outdoor BBQ grills. The grill has a digital thermometer on the hood, stainless steel top and a global LP regulator. Lot number 780-2176 is printed on the underside of the grill's stand.

Sold on

JCPenney stores nationwide and online at www.jcp.com from February 2009 through September 2009 for between $190 and $600.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime of visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.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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