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CPSC, CFM Corporation Announce Recall to Repair Vermont Castings Five-Burner Barbeque Grills

Reported: November 10, 2004 Initiated: November 10, 2004 #05044

Product Description

The recalled grills have five burners and a label on the back of the cabinet, with the model number on the left side. Models CF9086 and VCS5000 are equipped with a side burner. Model CF9085 is not equipped with a side burner. Grills that do not have five burners and grills sold before 2004 are not affected by this recall. All of the affected grills were listed by Canadian Standards Association.

Reason for Recall

Gas leak and fire hazard. The burner tubes may not fit fully into the gas valves. If a consumer pulls on the console, the metal may flex and the gas valves may disconnect from the burners, releasing gas and creating a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage.

Remedy

Firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled grills have five burners and a label on the back of the cabinet, with the model number on the left side. Models CF9086 and VCS5000 are equipped with a side burner. Model CF9085 is not equipped with a side burner. Grills that do not have five burners and grills sold before 2004 are not affected by this recall. All of the affected grills were listed by Canadian Standards Association.. Recalled by CFM Corporation, of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Units affected: About 12,500.
Why was this product recalled?
Gas leak and fire hazard. The burner tubes may not fit fully into the gas valves. If a consumer pulls on the console, the metal may flex and the gas valves may disconnect from the burners, releasing gas and creating a fire risk that could cause injury and property damage.
What should consumers do?
Firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 10, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05044.