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Weber-Stephen Products Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: March 6, 2007 Initiated: March 6, 2007 #07122

Product Description

This recall involves the Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series gas grills which are designed to be used with either natural gas or with liquid propane gas tanks, and are equipped with a flush-mounted side burner accessory. The gas hose is made of stainless steel. The grills are sold in stainless steel and in black, blue or green porcelain enamel. All serial numbers begin with the prefix "DI". The model and serial number are located on the tank blocker/drip pan holder located inside the storage cart. Only the following product names and model numbers are included in this recall: Product Name Model Numbers Genesis® E-320™ 3751001; 3757001; 3758001; 3851001 Genesis® S-320™ 3780001; 3880001 Genesis® EP-320™ 3751301; 3752301; 3757301; 3758301; 3851301 Genesis® ESP-320™ 3750101; 3750201; 3850101 Genesis® CEP-320™ (Sold in Canada Only) 3751701; 3752701; 3851701

Reason for Recall

The gas hose attached to the side burner of the grill can crack or break off during shipping, causing it to leak gas when in use, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Weber-Stephen to obtain a free replacement gas hose and schedule a free installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series gas grills which are designed to be used with either natural gas or with liquid propane gas tanks, and are equipped with a flush-mounted side burner accessory. The gas hose is made of stainless steel. The grills are sold in stainless steel and in black, blue or green porcelain enamel. All serial numbers begin with the prefix "DI". The model and serial number are located on the tank blocker/drip pan holder located inside the storage cart. Only the following product names and model numbers are included in this recall: Product Name Model Numbers Genesis® E-320™ 3751001; 3757001; 3758001; 3851001 Genesis® S-320™ 3780001; 3880001 Genesis® EP-320™ 3751301; 3752301; 3757301; 3758301; 3851301 Genesis® ESP-320™ 3750101; 3750201; 3850101 Genesis® CEP-320™ (Sold in Canada Only) 3751701; 3752701; 3851701. Recalled by Weber-Stephen Products Co., of Palatine, Ill.. Units affected: About 14,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The gas hose attached to the side burner of the grill can crack or break off during shipping, causing it to leak gas when in use, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Weber-Stephen to obtain a free replacement gas hose and schedule a free installation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 6, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07122.