Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard

Washington, DC: About 18,450 Char-Broil vertical gas smokers are being recalled by Char-Broil LLC because when the temperature setting is in "low," the smoker's hose/valve/regulator (HVR) assembly does not allow sufficient gas to flow, causing the flame to extinguish. Gas continues to flow and build up inside the smoker. If the smoker is reignited the build-up of propane gas can cause an explosion that bursts the smoker's door open, posing an injury hazard.

The company has received five reports of doors bursting open and hitting consumers. Injuries reported include burns to face and head, head concussion and cuts.

This recall involves the Char-Broil vertical gas smokers with model number 07701413. The model number is printed on a metal tag located on the right rear leg of the smoker. The smoker measures 21.5" x 19.5" x 45.5" and weighs 75 pounds. A "G" inside a triangle is printed on the regulator (see photo).

The char-broilers were sold at Walmart and various other retailers nationwide from March 2008 through June 2010 for about $140.

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Published on Aug-24-10