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Char-Broil Recalls Patio Bistro Gas Grills Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: August 15, 2013 Initiated: August 15, 2013 #13264

Product Description

The recall involves two Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills: the model 240 Full Size grill and the model 180 Table Top grill. Both are single-burner propane gas grills equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended only for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words "Char-Broil®" and "Patio Bistro®" are printed near the thermometer on the grill's lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support on the back of the unit that states "Char-Broil, LLC," the model number and other information. The grills were sold with the following model numbers: Model Name Model Number(s) Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558 and 12601558-A2 Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top 12601713

Reason for Recall

The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Char-Broil for instructions on how to order and install a free repair kit.

Details

Units Affected
About 69,300 in the U.S. and 1,900 in Canada
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Char-Broil-Recalls-Patio-Bistro-Gas-Grills

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves two Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills: the model 240 Full Size grill and the model 180 Table Top grill. Both are single-burner propane gas grills equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended only for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words "Char-Broil®" and "Patio Bistro®" are printed near the thermometer on the grill's lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support on the back of the unit that states "Char-Broil, LLC," the model number and other information. The grills were sold with the following model numbers: Model Name Model Number(s) Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558 and 12601558-A2 Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top 12601713. Units affected: About 69,300 in the U.S. and 1,900 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Char-Broil for instructions on how to order and install a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 15, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13264.

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