CPSC2009-07-21
Fiesta Recalls to Repair Gas Grills Due to Fire, Burn Hazards
Unisplendor Corp., of China
Hazard
The hose of the gas tank can get too close to the firebox and be exposed to heat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and call Fiesta Gas Grills to obtain a free replacement grease pan assembly and instructions for installing the part and the gas tank. The grill should not be used until the new grease pan assembly and the gas tank have been installed correctly. Consumers should also inspect the gas burner hose and regulator, which will be replaced free of charge if there are signs of damage.
Sold at
Various home centers and retailers nationwide from November 2006 through June 2008 for between $400 and $500 in the United States and from November 2006 through May 2009 for between $400 and $600 in Canada.
Affected count
About 88,000 units in the United States and 25,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
Fiesta has received 161 reports of grill fires, resulting in nine injuries, including two incidents of major burns on different parts of the body, six incidents of minor burns, and an incident involving temporary hearing loss.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Blue Ember Gas Grills
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Fiesta Gas Grills toll-free at (866)740-7849 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email mnorman@fiestagasgrills.com or visit the company's Web site at www.blueembergrills.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Fiesta-Recalls-to-Repair-Gas-Grills-Due-to-Fire-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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