JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 10064 · announced December 10, 2009 · Jcpenney Purchasing · 5,600 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
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.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 11 reports of fires resulting from inadequate drainage. No injuries reported.
Sold at: JCPenney stores nationwide and online at www.jcp.com from February 2009 through September 2009 for between $190 and $600.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime of visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.