CPSC, CFM Keanall Announce Recall of Gas Grills
CPSC recall 03173 · announced August 21, 2003 · Cfm Keanall · 1,500 units affected
The product
These are Great Outdoors Gas Grills (Horizon Model) with model number GH450SBP and GH450XBP. The model number is on the CSA approval sticker on the back of the front panel. The recalled grills have the words "Horizon" and "Great Outdoors" on the control panel. These are 36,000 BTU 450-square-inch grills. The grill has a dark blue lid and black plastic side shelves with a black frame with a large black front panel. Grills with a florescent label on the carton reading "Contains Safety Enhancement" are not included in the recall. Other model Horizon gas grills are not included in the recall.
The hazard
Certain wind conditions blowing at these grills can cause overheating or flashbacks under the control panel. Flames could damage the hose that supplies gas to the burner, causing an uncontrolled flame. Also, flames could come in contact with user's hands, resulting in burns.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Six incidents and no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: True Value stores nationwide, from February 2003 through June 2003, for between $180 and $200.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.