CPSC recall 08-281, announced May 22, 2008, covers Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720108 (about 400 units). On the recalled grills, the main burner does not fit correctly and does not connect properly to the gas valve, which could result in a propane leak. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement burner and installation instructions. Recall contact: call (866) 671-7988, or go to www.charbroil.com.
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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.
This recall involves the Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720108 and serial number ranging from 000001 to 000402.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720108 and serial number ranging from 000001 to 000402. The gas grills have a main burner with two-burner plates, a 170-square-inch swing-away rack, two side shelves and a condiment basket. Char-Broil's logo is on the top of the lid of the grill. The serial and model numbers are located on the white rating label on the back of the horizontal support of the grill.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the white rating label on the back of the horizontal support of the grill
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- February 2008 through April 2008
- Price paid
- $120
Why it was recalled
On the recalled grills, the main burner does not fit correctly and does not connect properly to the gas valve, which could result in a propane leak. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Char-Broil for a free replacement burner and installation instructions.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 671-7988, or go to www.charbroil.com.
- 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
- Shenzhen Jinwoniu Trading Company LTD, China
- Manufacturer
- Shenzhen Jinwoniu Trading Company LTD, China
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 08-281
- Units
- About 400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Mills Fleet Farm Stores in Iowa, North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin from February 2008 through April 2008 for about $120.
- Importer
- Char-Broil LLC, of Columbus, Ga.
Char-Broil Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720108
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
- 400 units: the 61st-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
- 3 months. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Char-Broil at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.charbroil.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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