RecalledRecall 10-196Published

Eastwind Industries Kuuma IR Stow and Go Grills

Eastwind Industries Recalls Kuuma Stow and Go Grills Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at West Marine Stores

Hazard
Fire
Units
About 4,600 units
Incidents
3 reports
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 10-196, announced April 13, 2010, covers Eastwind Industries Kuuma IR Stow and Go Grills (about 4,600 units). If the fuel container is not completely threaded on the regulator during installation, the propane tanks can leak fuel. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barbecue grills and contact Eastwind for a new operator's manual with revised graphic installation instructions. Recall contact: call (866) 995-8862, or go to www.kuumaproducts.com.

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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

Model number 83726 is printed on the barcode label affixed to the packaging.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Kuuma IR Stow and Go barbecue grills. The rectangle grill is stainless steel with the word "Kuuma" embossed on the front. The grill's main housing measures 18 ½ inches long x 8 ½ inches tall x 10 inches deep. Model number 83726 is printed on the barcode label affixed to the packaging.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

What to look for

Also in the notice
UPC codes. Compare these as well.
Where to look
the barcode label affixed to the packaging (the notice’s words)
When sold
January 2009 through August 2009
Price paid
$100 to $140

Why it was recalled

If the fuel container is not completely threaded on the regulator during installation, the propane tanks can leak fuel. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Eastwind Industries has received three reports of fires from leaking propane tanks, resulting in reports of minor burns to the hands.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barbecue grills and contact Eastwind for a new operator's manual with revised graphic installation instructions. Consumers will also receive a new tool to use for maintenance and cleaning of the fuel system.

What to do now

  1. Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
  2. Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
  3. Contact the firm. Call (866) 995-8862, or go to www.kuumaproducts.com.
  4. 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
Eastwind Industries
Product type
Grills
Recall number
10-196
Units
About 4,600
Manufactured in
Thailand
Sold at / sales period
West Marine stores nationwide from January 2009 through August 2009 for between $100 and $140.
Importer
Eastwind Industries Inc., of San Leandro, Calif.

Kuuma IR Stow and Go Grills

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
4,600 units: the 44th-largest of 63 grill recalls that state a unit count. The median is 13,750 units.
Hazard
Fire: named in 52 of 77 grill recalls, the most common hazard among them.
Time on sale
8 months. Recalled 8 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Eastwind Industries toll-free at (866) 995-8862 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kuumaproducts.com

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

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