Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 08261 · announced May 5, 2008 · Onward Manufacturing Co · 4,800 units affected
The product
This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills. Signet series (model #'s starting with 986xxx) 400 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop-down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners Sovereign series (model #'s starting with 987xxx) 450 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop-down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners. Sovereign XL series (model #'s starting with 988xxx) 600 sq. inch cooking surface with 4 burners and drop-down shelves. The model number can be located on the back panel of the grill.
The hazard
The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Onward Manufacturing for a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700.
Consumer contact: For further information, visit the firm's Web site at www.broilkingbbq.com or call toll-free at (866) 434-7455 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.