CPSC recall 05-266, announced September 13, 2005, covers Brinkmann-brand and Charmglow-brand Gas Grills manufactured by Brinkmann (about 130,000 units). The regulators on these gas grills, the components that control the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers with grills that have the "GDA" regulator should contact Brinkmann to receive a free repair kit or replacement hose regulator assembly. Recall contact: call (800) 675-5301, or go to www.brinkmann.net.
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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.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Brinkmann-brand and Charmglow-brand gas grills. The regulator is attached to the side of the grills. Only grills that have regulators with the name "GDA" are affected by this recall. The grills have three to six burners and the name "Brinkmann" or "Charmglow" on the lid.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- January 2005 through September 2005
- Price paid
- $150 to $900
Why it was recalled
The regulators on these gas grills, the components that control the amount of gas released to the burner, could leak gas when attached to certain liquid propane tanks. This poses a risk of fire and burn injuries.
Incidents and injuries
The Brinkmann Corporation has received two reports of a small flame, reportedly due to gas leaking, at or near the propane cylinder. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers with grills that have the "GDA" regulator should contact Brinkmann to receive a free repair kit or replacement hose regulator assembly.
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) 675-5301, or go to www.brinkmann.net.
- 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
- The Brinkmann
- Manufacturer
- The Brinkmann Corporation, of Dallas, Texas, Zhonghshan GDA Gas Valve Co. Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 05-266
- Units
- About 130,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers, sporting goods and hardware stores nationwide, from January 2005 through September 2005, for between $150 and $900.
Brinkmann-brand and Charmglow-brand Gas Grills manufactured by Brinkmann
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
- 130,000 units: the 5th-largest of 63 grill recalls that state a unit count. The median is 13,750 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 52 of 77 grill recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 34 of 77 grill recalls.
- Time on sale
- 9 months. Recalled the same month the notice says sales ended.
Recall contact information
Call Brinkmann toll-free at (800) 675-5301 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can log on to the company's Web site at www.brinkmann.net to request a repair kit.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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