CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The gas grill has a hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold. If this hose runs up too close to the firebox, the heat can cause the hose to detach from the burner manifold, causing a gas leak and a fire hazard.
Nexgrill Industries Gas Grills Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
The recalled product is the Nexgrill Model 720-0025 Gas Grill. The stainless steel grill is designed to be used with propane gas. The name of the grill is located at the left corner of the exterior of the main burner lid. The serial number is printed on the CSA sticker, which is located behind the door. A temperature gauge is located at the center of the main burner lid.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Nexgrill to receive a free, self-installation retrofit heat shield assembly.
Contact Information
Call Nexgrill toll-free at (888) 361-0888 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's Web site at http://nexgrill0025.serorder.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Target, Costco Canada, H-E-B, Chase-Pitkin, and Gander Mountain stores nationwide from December 2003 through March 2005 for between $499 to $599.
Injuries
Nexgrill has received 31 incident reports, including 28 fires, three hoses melting, two cases of property damage, and four injuries.
Manufacturer
Nexgrill Industries Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Recall Number
06174
Product Information
Product Name
Nexgrill Gas Grills
Product Type
Grills, Smokers & Accessories
Number of Units
About 16,000
Manufacturer Name
Nexgrill Industries Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Manufactured In
China