The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·96153·Announced 1996-06-26

Char-Broil Recalls 1.2 Million Tabletop Grills Due to Explosion Risk

Char-Broil is recalling 1.2 million tabletop LP gas grills because a defective regulator may allow gas to build up, creating a risk of explosion or fire.

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 explosion and fire (high-risk hazard) but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Char-Broil, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling approximately 1.2 million Char-Broil table top liquid propane (LP) gas grills, Model 1200. The recall is necessary because dirt, sand, or other debris can become lodged in the grill's regulator valve. This debris can cause the regulator to appear shut off when it is not, allowing gas to continue flowing and building up over time. If a consumer attempts to relight the grill after gas has accumulated, the unit could burst into flames or explode.

The affected grills are black steel tabletop units measuring approximately 11 inches wide, 18 inches long, and 9 inches deep. They were sold nationwide from January 1992 to March 1996 for about $30 at hardware and home supply stores, including Ace Hardware, Best Buy, and Home Depot. The grills are packaged in a brown cardboard box labeled "Char-Broil ...Portable Tabletop LP Gas Grill ...Model 1200" and include a silver metal grill shelf and two V-shaped metal stands.

Char-Broil and CPSC are not aware of any injuries involving these grills; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers who own these grills should call Char-Broil at (800) 241-7548. The company will send a new, free replacement regulator with an internal filter to help prevent debris from interfering with the valve.

The recalled product

Product
Table Top Grills Recall/Repair by Char-Broil
Manufacturer
Ace Hardware
Category
Consumer Product — Grills & Outdoor Cooking
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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