Eastwind Industries · Recalled
Eastwind Industries Recalls Kuuma Stow and Go Grills Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at West Marine Stores
If the fuel container is not completely threaded on the regulator during installation, the propane tanks can leak fuel. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 4,600
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $100–$140
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Kuuma IR Stow and Go barbecue grills. The rectangle grill is stainless steel with the word "Kuuma" embossed on the front. The grill's main housing measures 18 ½ inches long x 8 ½ inches tall x 10 inches deep. Model number 83726 is printed on the barcode label affixed to the packaging.
The file
- Sold at
- West Marine stores nationwide from January 2009 through August 2009 for between $100 and $140.
- Product type
- Grills, Smokers & Accessories
- Made in
- Thailand
- Recalled by
- Eastwind Industries Inc., of San Leandro, Calif.
Incident log
Eastwind Industries has received three reports of fires from leaking propane tanks, resulting in reports of minor burns to the hands.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barbecue grills and contact Eastwind for a new operator's manual with revised graphic installation instructions. Consumers will also receive a new tool to use for maintenance and cleaning of the fuel system.
For additional information, contact Eastwind Industries toll-free at (866) 995-8862 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kuumaproducts.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated APR 13 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.