CPSC2006-05-31
Masterbuilt Manufacturing Inc. Recalls Electric Smokers for Fire Hazard
Masterbuilt Manufacturing Inc., of Columbus Ga.
Hazard
Smoldering wood chips used in the wood chip box can ignite into flames when the door of the unit is opened, posing a risk of burn injuries to users and property damage to nearby combustibles.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these smokers immediately, and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.
Sold at
Sporting goods stores sold these smokers nationwide from July 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $250.
Affected count
About 10,700
Injuries reported
Masterbuilt has received two reports of units that were damaged as a result of wood chip flare-ups. No injuries or property damage were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electric Smokehouse Smokers
Consumer contact
For more information, call Masterbuilt at (800) 489-1581 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.masterbuilt.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Masterbuilt-Manufacturing-Inc-Recalls-Electric-Smokers-for-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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