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Product recall · CPSCMarch 6, 2007Serious
Weber-Stephen Products Gas Grills
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Weber-Stephen to obtain a free replacement gas hose and schedule a free installation.
Who to 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.com
The product
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. Only the following product names and model numbers are included in this recall: 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
Details
- Units affected
- About 14,000
- Recall date
- March 6, 2007
- Brand
- Weber-Stephen Products Co., of Palatine, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Weber has received 49 reports of hose damage or gas leaks. No injuries have been reported.
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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: “Weber-Stephen Products Recalls Gas 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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