JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-10). Hazards: fire, burn. About 5,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10064 |
| Published | 2009-12-10 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Grills, Smokers & Accessories |
| Products | Cooks Outdoor® BBQ Grills |
| Firm named in the title | JCPenney |
| Firms | JCPenney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,600 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | JCPenney stores nationwide and online at www.jcp.com from February 2009 through September 2009 for between $190 and $600. |
Description
This recall involves Cooks® brand outdoor BBQ grills. The grill has a digital thermometer on the hood, stainless steel top and a global LP regulator. Lot number 780-2176 is printed on the underside of the grill's stand.
Hazard
The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills. To ensure the grills are not useable, consumers should remove the gas regulator and hose assembly. All consumers (whether they purchased the item online or at a JCPenney retail stores) should return the regulator and hose to the Catalog/Customer Service Desk at any JCPenney store for a full refund. Consumers should contact JCPenney for instructions on how to disconnect the gas regulator and hose.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of fires resulting from inadequate drainage. No injuries reported.
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