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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2013-08-15

Char-Broil Recalls Patio Bistro Gas Grills Due to Burn Hazard

Is my product affected?

Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills

  • Brand Char-Broil, LLC, of Columbus, Ga.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Char-Broil is recalling two models of propane gas grills: the Patio Bistro 240 Full Size grill (model numbers 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558, and 12601558-A2) and the Patio Bistro 180 Table Top grill (model number 12601713). Both are single-burner grills with round black bodies, silver or aluminum trim, and battery-operated electronic ignition systems. The electronic ignition can ignite unexpectedly, creating a burn hazard to users.

If you own one of the recalled grills, you should immediately stop using it and contact Char-Broil for instructions on how to order and install a free repair kit.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Char-Broil for instructions on how to order and install a free repair kit.

Details from the source

The recall involves two Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills: the model 240 Full Size grill and the model 180 Table Top grill. Both are single-burner propane gas grills equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended only for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words "Char-Broil®" and "Patio Bistro®" are printed near the thermometer on the grill's lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support on the back of the unit that states "Char-Broil, LLC," the model number and other information. The grills were sold with the following model numbers: Model Name Model Number(s) Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558 and 12601558-A2 Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top 12601713

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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