Recall #06-057 · Published December 20, 2005

Meco Aussie™ Gas Grills

CPSC, Meco Corp. Announce Recall to Repair Gas Grills

CPSC published a recall notice for Aussie™ Gas Grills from Meco on December 20, 2005. CPSC identifies this hazard: The regulators on these gas grills, the component that controls the amount of gas released to the burner, can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, and the grill is not in use. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and contact Meco for instructions on receiving a replacement regulator assembly.

Recalled 7362K3XB41, 7362K3XG51, 7362K3XM51 Aussie Grills
Recalled 7362K3XB41, 7362K3XG51, 7362K3XM51 Aussie Grills
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The model number and serial number of the grill can be found on the back of the grill or on the sides of the control panel.

Which products are included?

The recall involves certain Aussie™ Gas Grills in the Bonza, Bushman and Bondi series, which have "Aussie™" found on the front panel and the series name found on the control panel. Regulator assemblies on these grills have date codes of 2704 and lower. The regulator is attached to the side of the grills. The model number and serial number of the grill can be found on the back of the grill or on the sides of the control panel. The recall includes grills with the following model numbers and serial number ranges: Model Numbers Serial Number Ranges 7362K3XM11 0000001 through 0000760 7720.1.641 0005559 through 0055583 7462K3XB11 0000001 through 0000155 7830.3.641 0000001 through 0006492 7462K3XM51 0000001 through 0000917 7710.1.641 0071582 through 0089666 7820.3.641 0001801 through 0018329 7362K3XB41 0000001 through 0000289 7362K3XG51 0000001 through 0003804 7362K3XM51 0000001 through 0000860

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The regulators on these gas grills, the component that controls the amount of gas released to the burner, can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, and the grill is not in use.

Incidents and injuries

There have been 10 reports of gas leaks. No injuries have been reported. There has been one report of a fire causing property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and contact Meco for instructions on receiving a replacement regulator assembly.

Product and sales details

Brand
Meco
Manufacturer
Meco Corp., of Greeneville, Tenn. (grill), TPA Metal and Machinery (SZ) Co. Ltd. of Shenzhen, China (regulator)
Product type
Grills
Recall number
06-057
Units
About 98,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Grocery, department, hardware and other retail stores nationwide from December 2003 through December 2004 for between $100 and $480.

Aussie™ Gas Grills

CPSC product type: Grills, Smokers & Accessories

Recall contact information

Call Meco toll-free at (800) 251-7558 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email Meco's consumer service at csr@meco.net. Consumers also can visit the company's Web site at www.meco.net

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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