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CPSC recall · Reported October 31, 2006

Cobb America Inc. Warns Charcoal Grill Purchasers of CO Hazard

Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. The Web sites, recipe book, and visuals in a promotional video cre…

Recall #
07506
Affected scope
About 2,000
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The CPSC recalled The product is made of stainless steel with a wire mesh bottom and a dome-shaped lid. It … - a moderate-severity action.

Cobb America Inc. Warns Charcoal Grill Purchasers of CO Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 31, 2006. Reason: Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoo…. Remedy: Consumers should never use any charcoal grill indoors. Charcoal grills should only be use…. Verify recall #07506 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoo….

Moderate
severity level
October 31, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07506 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07506) was formally reported on October 31, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. The Web sites, recipe book, and visuals in a promotional video create the impression that the Cobb Cooker … Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should never use any charcoal grill indoors. Charcoal grills should only be used outside. The promotional video, which created the impression that the grill could be used indoors, has been … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 2,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The product is made of stainless steel with a wire mesh bottom and a dome-shaped lid. It has a non-stick-coated grill grid. It weighs about 10 pounds and is about 10 inches tall. An outside label reads "Cobb Premier." It comes with several accessories, including a black carrier bag with "Cobb" lettered in yellow on top.

Reason for recall

Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. The Web sites, recipe book, and visuals in a promotional video create the impression that the Cobb Cooker can be used indoors. The recipe book says that it can be used on your dining room table, and the promotional video showed a man carrying the grill into the house while the charcoal was still burning.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should never use any charcoal grill indoors. Charcoal grills should only be used outside. The promotional video, which created the impression that the grill could be used indoors, has been removed from the firm's Web site, www.cobbamerica.com, and a warning about the hazards of indoor charcoal use and carbon monoxide poisoning has been posted. The firm is sending warning letters to all known consumers.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07506
Date reported October 31, 2006
Date initiated October 31, 2006
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 2,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should never use any charcoal grill indoors. Charcoal grills should only be used outside. The promotional video, which …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The product is made of stainless steel with a wire mesh bottom and a dome-shaped lid. It has a non-stick-coated grill grid. It weighs about 10 pounds and is about 10 inches tall. An outside label reads "Cobb Premier." It comes with several accessories, including a black carrier bag with "Cobb" lettered in yellow on top.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. The Web sites, recipe book, and visuals in a promotional video create the impression that the Cobb Cooker can be used indoors. The recipe book says that it can be used on your dining room table, and the promotional video showed a man carrying the grill into the house while the charcoal was still burning.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should never use any charcoal grill indoors. Charcoal grills should only be used outside. The promotional video, which created the impression that the grill could be used indoors, has been removed from the firm's Web site, www.cobbamerica.com, and a warning about the hazards of indoor charcoal use and carbon monoxide poisoning has been posted. The firm is sending warning letters to all known consumers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 31, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07506.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07506) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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