| Model Name | Model Number(s) |
| Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size | 11601579 |
| 12601579 | |
| Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top | 13601833 |
These are single-burner propane gas grills intended only for outdoor use, with both a table-top and a free-standing model. These grills are equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words “Char-Broil®” and “Patio Bistro®” are printed near the thermometer on the grill’s lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support of the back of the unit that states “Char-Broil, LLC”, the model number and other information.
Hazard identified
If the burner flame goes out and the consumer turns the control knob to “OFF”, the electronic ignition may unexpectedly ignite the accumulated propane, posing a burn hazard.
In the United States, 26 incident reports have been received, resulting in 4 reports of burns and 7 other reports of burned or singed hair.
Neither Char-Broil nor Health Canada has been made aware of any incidents in Canada related to the use of these grills.
Number sold
Approximately 1,900 units of the recalled grills were sold in Canada at various stores and approximately 69,300 units were sold in the United States.
Time period sold
The recalled grills were sold in Canada from January 2011 until June 2013.
The recalled grills were sold in the United States from September 2010 until June 2013.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
Importer Char-Broil, LLC
Columbus
Georgia
UNITED STATES
