Weber-Stephen Products Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire Hazard
Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series Gas Grills
Date of Recall
2007-03-06CPSC Release Number
07-122Manufactured In
United StatesUnits
About 14,000Manufacturer
Weber-Stephen Products Co., of Palatine, Ill.Sold By
Home Depot, Ace Hardware and Home Centers, Tru-Serve, Do-It Best, and other home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from November 2006 through February 2007 for between $450 to $770.Problem/Hazard
The gas hose attached to the side burner of the grill can crack or break off during shipping, causing it to leak gas when in use, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
Weber has received 49 reports of hose damage or gas leaks. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves the Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series gas grills which are designed to be used with either natural gas or with liquid propane gas tanks, and are equipped with a flush-mounted side burner accessory. The gas hose is made of stainless steel. The grills are sold in stainless steel and in black, blue or green porcelain enamel. All serial numbers begin with the prefix "DI". The model and serial number are located on the tank blocker/drip pan holder located inside the storage cart.| Product Name | Model Numbers |
|---|---|
| Genesis® E-320™ | 3751001; 3757001; 3758001; 3851001 |
| Genesis® S-320™ | 3780001; 3880001 |
| Genesis® EP-320™ | 3751301; 3752301; 3757301; 3758301; 3851301 |
| Genesis® ESP-320™ | 3750101; 3750201; 3850101 |
| Genesis® CEP-320™ | (Sold in Canada Only) 3751701; 3752701; 3851701 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Weber-Stephen to obtain a free replacement gas hose and schedule a free installation.Consumer Contact
Call Weber-Stephen toll-free at (866) 249-3237 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's recall web site at http://www.weberrecall.comRecall Comments
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