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Saber Grills Recalls Grills and LP Regulators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: September 26, 2017 Initiated: September 26, 2017 #17233 About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada) units

Saber Grills LLC, of Columbus, Ga. issued this CPSC recall on September 26, 2017. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada) units are affected. The recall was issued because: The grills' LP regulator can allow gas to flow at a higher pressure than intended, which can result in a gas leak and f…. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #17233) was formally reported on September 26, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Saber Grills LLC, of Columbus, Ga. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada) units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: The grills' LP regulator can allow gas to flow at a higher pressure than intended, which can result in a gas leak and flame burst from the burner knobs, posing fire and burn hazards 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 recalled grills and regulators and contact Saber for a free repair kit with installation instructions. A video on how to install the replacement components… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 9 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

This recall involves Model RA329 LP regulators with a date code in the range of 1120 to 1344, which were: sold with certain SABER LP grills, warranty part kits, and natural gas to LP conversion kits; installed as warranty or service parts in certain other SABER LP grills; or installed in SABER natural gas grills and burners if they have been converted to use LP instead of natural gas. The model number of the grill is located on a rating label located on the underside of the grease tray. The regulator date code is stamped on the regulator adjacent to the gas tank connection, and the regulator model number is on the center of the regulator. Model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Liquid Propane (LP) Grills Model Number Grill Description R33CC0312 SABER® 330 LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert R33SC0012 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill R33SC0012-A1 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R33SC0012-A2 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover R50CC0312 SABER® 500 LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert R50CC0612 SABER® 500 LP Cast Grill with Porcelain Insert R50SC0012 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill R50SC0012-A1 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R50SC0012-A2 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover R67SC0012 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill R67SC0012-A1 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R67SC0012-A2 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover Liquid Propane (LP) Grill Potentially Affected if Replacement Regulator Installed Model Number Grill Description R50CC1715 SABER® 500 L LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert Liquid Propane (LP) Conversion Kit and Warranty/Service Parts Model Number Kit Description A00AA0912 SABER® Natural Gas to LP Conversion Kit 55710672 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710654 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710666 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710845 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710846 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710843 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710613 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch, Saber 330 55710637 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch 55710680 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch Natural Gas Grills and Burners if Converted to Use Liquid Propane Model Number Description R50SB0412 SABER® 500 NG Stainless Built-in Grill R67SB0312 SABER® 670 NG Stainless Built-in Grill K00SB1814 SABER® Natural Gas Dual Built-in Side Burner

Reason for Recall

The grills' LP regulator can allow gas to flow at a higher pressure than intended, which can result in a gas leak and flame burst from the burner knobs, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and regulators and contact Saber for a free repair kit with installation instructions. A video on how to install the replacement components is available at: www.sabergrills.com/Support/SafetyBulletins.aspx.

Details

Units Affected
About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada)

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 17233
Date reported September 26, 2017
Date initiated September 26, 2017
Recalling firm Saber Grills LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
Units affected About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed

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

Scale of Impact

About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada) units affected — million-unit bracket.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units) ✓ This recall

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Model RA329 LP regulators with a date code in the range of 1120 to 1344, which were: sold with certain SABER LP grills, warranty part kits, and natural gas to LP conversion kits; installed as warranty or service parts in certain other SABER LP grills; or installed in SABER natural gas grills and burners if they have been converted to use LP instead of natural gas. The model number of the grill is located on a rating label located on the underside of the grease tray. The regulator date code is stamped on the regulator adjacent to the gas tank connection, and the regulator model number is on the center of the regulator. Model numbers included in this recall are listed below. Liquid Propane (LP) Grills Model Number Grill Description R33CC0312 SABER® 330 LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert R33SC0012 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill R33SC0012-A1 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R33SC0012-A2 SABER® 330 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover R50CC0312 SABER® 500 LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert R50CC0612 SABER® 500 LP Cast Grill with Porcelain Insert R50SC0012 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill R50SC0012-A1 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R50SC0012-A2 SABER® 500 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover R67SC0012 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill R67SC0012-A1 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/ Cover R67SC0012-A2 SABER® 670 LP Stainless Grill - Partially Assembled w/o Cover Liquid Propane (LP) Grill Potentially Affected if Replacement Regulator Installed Model Number Grill Description R50CC1715 SABER® 500 L LP Cast Grill with Stainless Insert Liquid Propane (LP) Conversion Kit and Warranty/Service Parts Model Number Kit Description A00AA0912 SABER® Natural Gas to LP Conversion Kit 55710672 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710654 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710666 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Integrated Ignition 55710845 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710846 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710843 Kit, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Push Button Ignition 55710613 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch, Saber 330 55710637 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch 55710680 KIT, Control Console w/ HVR Assembly & Switch Natural Gas Grills and Burners if Converted to Use Liquid Propane Model Number Description R50SB0412 SABER® 500 NG Stainless Built-in Grill R67SB0312 SABER® 670 NG Stainless Built-in Grill K00SB1814 SABER® Natural Gas Dual Built-in Side Burner. Recalled by Saber Grills LLC, of Columbus, Ga.. Units affected: About 18,800 grills and 2,900 warranty parts and conversion kits (in addition, 7,700 grills and 500 warranty parts and conversion kits were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The grills' LP regulator can allow gas to flow at a higher pressure than intended, which can result in a gas leak and flame burst from the burner knobs, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and regulators and contact Saber for a free repair kit with installation instructions. A video on how to install the replacement components is available at: www.sabergrills.com/Support/SafetyBulletins.aspx.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 26, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17233.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (17233) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).