Sagittarius Sporting Goods Recalls Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recalled January 6, 2010 · CPSC recall 10099 · Sagittarius Sporting Goods

Hazard

The flexible rubber hose on the LP gas tank can come into contact with burner box, causing the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and contact Sagittarius to obtain a free repair kit.

Units

About 10,000

Incidents / injuries

The firm is aware of two complaints of the hose melting and rupturing. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Master Forge five-burner, stainless steel gas grills. The name "Master Forge" is on the grill hood. The model number L3218 is located on a label inside the left front door of the grill.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and contact Sagittarius to obtain a free repair kit.

Contact

For additional information, contact Sagittarius at (800) 444-6742 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Friday.

Product

Master Forge Five-Burner Gas Grills

Manufacturer(s)

Sagittarius Sporting Goods, of China

Imported by

LG Sourcing, Inc. of North Wilkesboro, N.C.

Retailers

Lowe's stores nationwide from September 2009 through November 2009 for about $500.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →