Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled grills are green and black and have a red Coleman emblem on the grill's cover. The grill has a wheeled cart with two side tables or one side table and a side burner, and features a warming rack above the grilling surface. Only grills with series numbers 2000 or 3000 are included in the recall. The series numbers are on the face plate of the grill, located on the right hand side of the control panel.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A sharp edge on the metal heat shield below the control panel of the grill can cause lacerations to the hands, wrists or arms.
Incidents and injuries
Coleman has received six reports from consumers who received cuts or lacerations on their hands, wrists, or arms from the heat shield when they were accessing the propane cylinder underneath the grill.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Coleman to receive a free repair kit. The repair kit contains a plastic sheath to cover the sharp edge on the heat shield.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Coleman
- Manufacturer
- The Coleman Co. of Witchita, Kan.
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 00-153
- Units
- About 86,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Home improvement and discount department stores sold the grills nationwide from January through April 2000 for between $350 and $500.
Coleman Gas grills
CPSC product type: Grills, Smokers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact Coleman toll free at (877) 846-1070 anytime to receive a free repair kit or visit the Coleman Grill website at www.bbqhq.com/aboutus/recall.htm
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.