CPSC recall 02-207, announced July 19, 2002, covers Flat Rock Grill Shoreline Series Models 2000 and 3000 (about 1,800 units). The glass casing of the thermometer displays attached to these grills can break or shatter, posing a risk of cuts or other serious injuries to consumers. The notice cites 6 incident reports. The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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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.
The model number is written on a label on the front of the grill.
Which products are included?
These heavy-duty, stainless steel grills are Flat Rock Grill Shoreline Series Models 2000 and 3000. The model number is written on a label on the front of the grill. FRG is on the front of the grill. The grill has a thermometer display on the grill hood that measures 3 inches in diameter, and has a temperature range from 50 to 550 degrees. The thermometer display has "BBQ-1" or "BBQ Pit" Thermometer written within the glass casing. Thermometers with the word "Trend" written within the casing are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Where to look
a label on the front of the grill
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- July 1999 through July 2002
- Price paid
- $1,200
Why it was recalled
The glass casing of the thermometer displays attached to these grills can break or shatter, posing a risk of cuts or other serious injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Flat Rock Grill Co. had received six reports of the glass casing of the thermometers on these grills breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
The firm is no longer in business and the recall remedy is no longer available. Discard this product. Do not donate or resell.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Flat Rock Grill
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 02-207
- Units
- About 1,800
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent retailers in the southeastern and south central U.S. and the firm's website sold these gas grills, from July 1999 through July 2002, for about $1,200. Consumers should remove the thermometers on these grills immediately.
- Distributor
- Flat Rock Grill Co., of Powhatan, Va.
Flat Rock Grill Shoreline Series Models 2000 and 3000
CPSC product type: Grills, Smokers & Accessories
This recall in context
Compared with the 77 grill recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 1,800 units: the 51st-largest of 63 grill recalls that state a unit count. The median is 13,750 units.
- Hazard
- Laceration: named in 3 of 77 grill recalls.
- Time on sale
- About 3 years. Recalled the same month the notice says sales ended.
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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