CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The exterior paint on the grill can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Fred's Recalls Charcoal Grills Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves Living Traditions mini barrel charcoal grills. The black steel grills measure about 18 inches by 15 inches by 18.5 inches. They have a black handle on the lid and one on each side, and at the front a heat gauge and a silver latch. Model number SXB1501 and UPC code 00000 19877 are printed on the product's packaging.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the grill to any Fred's Store for a full refund of the purchase price.
Contact Information
Fred's at 800-374-7417 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.fredsinc.com and click on the "Recall Information" banner for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Fred's stores in: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas from January 2017 through June 2017 for about $22.
Injuries
There are two reports of paint on the exterior of the grill igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufacturer
Bazhou Sanxin Steel, of China
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
17198
Product Information
Product Name
Mini barrel charcoal grills
Number of Units
2000
Manufacturer Name
Bazhou Sanxin Steel, of China
Distributed By
Fred's Stores of Tennessee Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.
Manufactured In
China