Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-08-24 · 10325
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
10325
Date
2010-08-24
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Char-Broil vertical gas smokers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Ningbo Spring Communications of China
Retailer(s)
Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140.
Importer(s)
Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
Country of manufacture
China
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).