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CPSC, CFM Keanall Announce Recall of Gas Grills

Reported: August 21, 2003 Initiated: August 21, 2003 #03173

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Remedy

The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by CFM Keanall, of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Units affected: About 1,500.
Why was this product recalled?
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 should consumers do?
The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 21, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03173.