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Product recall · CPSCDecember 10, 2009Serious
JCPenney Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime of visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,600
- Recall date
- December 10, 2009
- Brand
- JCPenney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 11 reports of fires resulting from inadequate drainage. No injuries reported.
780-2176
JCPenney stores nationwide and online at www.jcp.com from February 2009 through September 2009 for between $190 and $600.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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