Recall #10-064 · Published December 10, 2009

JCPenney Purchasing Cooks Outdoor® BBQ Grills

JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Cooks Outdoor® BBQ Grills from JCPenney Purchasing on December 10, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills. To ensure the grills are not useable, consumers should remove the gas regulator and hose assembly. All consumers (whether they purchased the item online or at a JCPenney retail stores) should return the regulator and hose to the Catalog/Customer Service Desk at any JCPenney store for a full refund. Consumers should contact JCPenney for instructions on how to disconnect the gas regulator and hose.

Picture of Recalled BBQ grill
Picture of Recalled BBQ grill
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.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Cooks® brand outdoor BBQ grills. The grill has a digital thermometer on the hood, stainless steel top and a global LP regulator. Lot number 780-2176 is printed on the underside of the grill's stand.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received 11 reports of fires resulting from inadequate drainage. No injuries reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills. To ensure the grills are not useable, consumers should remove the gas regulator and hose assembly. All consumers (whether they purchased the item online or at a JCPenney retail stores) should return the regulator and hose to the Catalog/Customer Service Desk at any JCPenney store for a full refund. Consumers should contact JCPenney for instructions on how to disconnect the gas regulator and hose.

Product and sales details

Brand
JCPenney Purchasing
Product type
Grills
Recall number
10-064
Units
About 5,600
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
JCPenney stores nationwide and online at www.jcp.com from February 2009 through September 2009 for between $190 and $600.
Importer
JCPenney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas

Cooks Outdoor® BBQ Grills

CPSC product type: Grills, Smokers & Accessories

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact JCPenney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime of visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com

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

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