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CPSC, The Brinkmann Corporation Announce Recall to Repair Gas Grills

Reported: September 13, 2005 Initiated: September 13, 2005 #05266

Product Description

The recall involves Brinkmann-brand and Charmglow-brand gas grills. The regulator is attached to the side of the grills. Only grills that have regulators with the name "GDA" are affected by this recall. The grills have three to six burners and the name "Brinkmann" or "Charmglow" on the lid.

Reason for Recall

The regulators on these gas grills, the components that control the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries.

Remedy

Consumers with grills that have the "GDA" regulator should contact Brinkmann to receive a free repair kit or replacement hose regulator assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves Brinkmann-brand and Charmglow-brand gas grills. The regulator is attached to the side of the grills. Only grills that have regulators with the name "GDA" are affected by this recall. The grills have three to six burners and the name "Brinkmann" or "Charmglow" on the lid.. Recalled by The Brinkmann Corporation, of Dallas, Texas. Units affected: About 130,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The regulators on these gas grills, the components that control the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries.
What should consumers do?
Consumers with grills that have the "GDA" regulator should contact Brinkmann to receive a free repair kit or replacement hose regulator assembly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 13, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05266.