The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·17048·Announced 2016-12-08

Masterbuilt and Cabela's 7-in-1 Gas Smokers Recalled for Fire Hazard

Masterbuilt is recalling about 41,000 7-in-1 gas smokers because the PVC gas hose can disconnect, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement hose.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with one reported instance of property damage, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' under the Severe classification.

Plain-English summary

Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC is recalling approximately 41,000 Masterbuilt and Cabela's 7-in-1 gas smokers. The recalled units were sold in green or stainless steel with a Cabela's logo, or in black with a Masterbuilt logo. These smokers feature a three-piece cylindrical body design and weigh about 32 pounds.

The recall is due to a fire hazard caused by the PVC gas hose potentially disconnecting during use. Masterbuilt has received five reports of the hose becoming disconnected, including one report of property damage from a fire. There have been no reports of injuries.

The affected smokers were sold at Army and Air Force Exchange, Cabela's, Gander Mountain, and other stores nationwide, as well as online at Amazon.com, from April 2011 to October 2016 for approximately $150 to $200. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled smoker and contact Masterbuilt at 800-489-1581 or online at www.masterbuilt.com to obtain a free replacement rubber LP gas hose.

The recalled product

Product
Masterbuilt and Cabela's 7-in-1 gas smokers
Manufacturer
Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC of Columbus, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Outdoor Cooking Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
41,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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