The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·03196·Announced 2003-09-25

Marshall Gas Controls Recalls LP-Gas Regulators for Char-Broil, Kenmore, and Thermos Grills

Marshall Gas Controls is recalling Model 451 and 452 LP-gas regulators used in specific Char-Broil, Kenmore, and Thermos grills because an undersized seat disc could leak flammable propane gas.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire/explosion hazard from flammable gas leak) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Marshall Gas Controls, a division of S.H. Leggitt Company, is recalling approximately 35,000 Model 451 and 452 low-pressure LP-gas regulators. These regulators were installed on Char-Broil, Kenmore, and Thermos brand gas grills and shipped to retailers between April 15, 2003, and May 6, 2003. The affected units include specific models such as the Char-Broil "Quick Set," "Big Easy," and "Patio Caddie"; the Kenmore "Wide Body" and "Diamond Flame"; and the Thermos "Quick Set." Affected regulators have date codes printed on the valve body ranging from 13-03/03-13 to 18-03/03-18.

The recall was issued because some of these regulators were assembled with an undersized seat disc. This defect could cause the disc to become dislodged, leading to a leak of propane gas. Propane is highly flammable, and a leak could ignite, resulting in a fire or explosion. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately close the valve on the service cylinder if they detect an LP-gas leak. To receive a free replacement regulator, consumers should contact the Grill Service Center at (800) 241-7548.

The recalled product

Product
Marshall Gas Controls Model 451 and 452 LP-Gas regulators on Char-Broil®, Kenmore®, and Thermos® brand LP-Gas Grills (shipped to retailers between April 15, 2003 and May 6, 2003)
Category
Consumer Product — Grills & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
35,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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