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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 16, 2023Serious
Paradise Grills Outdoor Kitchens
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Liquid propane (LP) gas can accumulate inside the closed lid and cabinets, causing an explosion when the user relights the grill, posing fire and burn hazards to the user.
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 and contact Paradise Grills to receive a new 16"x 4" stainless steel vent to be installed on the First Generation Outdoor Kitchen. Consumers located in Florida, Texas, Georgia and Alabama should immediately contact Paradise Grills to schedule a date for completion of their free repair. This includes labor and a new vent. Consumers located in all other states should immediately contact Paradise Grills to receive free shipment of the vent, installation instructions, and reimbursement for the installation cost by a qualified professional or technician. The firm will require a copy of the installer's invoice or billing statement (marked "Paid") for the installation service. Paradise Grills is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Paradise Grills at 800-604-2023 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at safetynotice@paradisegrills.com, or online at www.paradisegrillsdirect.com/safety-notice or www.paradisegrilldirect.com and click on "Safety Recall" for more information.
The product
This recall involves First Generation Paradise Grills Outdoor Kitchens. They can have cabinets, sinks, refrigerators, and other features such as LED lighting, Tiki Huts, commercial grills, granite and other additional options. The recalled models are the GX-3, GX-4, GX-5, GX-6, GX-7, GX-8, GX-9, GX-10, GX-11 GX12 and GX14, Tahiti, Fiji, Tropicana, Aruba 6 and Aruba 8. The model name is listed on the sales agreement.
Details
- Units affected
- About 18,000
- Recall date
- February 16, 2023
- Brand
- Paradise Grilling Systems Inc., of Ocoee, Florida
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of the grill exploding, causing severe burns to the consumers.
Paradise Grills showrooms and at home, boat and RV shows nationwide from January 2009 through December 2020 for between $4,000 and $15,000.
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: “Paradise Grills Recalls Outdoor Kitchens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
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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