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CPSC recall · Reported January 3, 2012

Uni-O Industries Recalls O-Grill Portable Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
12077
Affected scope
About 4,530
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Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China recalled This recall involves Iroda O-Grill models 1000 and 3000 produced before 2010. Some were a… - a moderate-severity action.

Uni-O Industries Recalls O-Grill Portable Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China in January 3, 2012. Reason: The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Uni-O to receive a free re…. Verify recall #12077 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
January 3, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12077 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12077) was formally reported on January 3, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 4,530.

The documented reason for this recall is: The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. 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 immediately stop using the grills and contact Uni-O to receive a free replacement grill. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 4,530

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Iroda O-Grill models 1000 and 3000 produced before 2010. Some were also sold under the Tailgate Gear brand. Both models are lightweight, portable, clamshell-type propane grills with steel bodies, cast iron cooking surfaces, retractable legs and a handle. They can be used with either 1-pound propane cylinders or 20-pound propane tanks. The grills come in orange, red, green, blue, silver and black and have the words "O-Grill" stamped on the metal grill cover. Recalled O-Grills do not have ventilation slots in the regulator cover where the propane bottle screws in. Grills with ventilation slots in the regulator cover are not subject to the recall.

Reason for recall

The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Uni-O to receive a free replacement grill.

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 12077
Date reported January 3, 2012
Date initiated January 3, 2012
Recalling firm Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China
Affected scope About 4,530
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 immediately stop using the grills and contact Uni-O to receive a free replacement grill.

  • Check the recall number (12077) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Iroda O-Grill models 1000 and 3000 produced before 2010. Some were also sold under the Tailgate Gear brand. Both models are lightweight, portable, clamshell-type propane grills with steel bodies, cast iron cooking surfaces, retractable legs and a handle. They can be used with either 1-pound propane cylinders or 20-pound propane tanks. The grills come in orange, red, green, blue, silver and black and have the words "O-Grill" stamped on the metal grill cover. Recalled O-Grills do not have ventilation slots in the regulator cover where the propane bottle screws in. Grills with ventilation slots in the regulator cover are not subject to the recall.. Recalled by Uni-O (Xiamen) Industries Corporation of Xiamen, China. Units affected: About 4,530.
Why was this product recalled?
The regulator on the grill can leak gas which can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Uni-O to receive a free replacement grill.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 3, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12077.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12077) 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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