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.
Affected model numbers
The model number GD4825 is located on a label inside the door of the grill's base.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Master Forge four-burner gas grills with a single-door base. "Master Forge" is written on the grill's hood. The model number GD4825 is located on a label inside the door of the grill's base. "Item 94227" is written on the cover of the instruction manual.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
If improperly installed, the hose connecting the gas tank and regulator to the burner control can touch the burner box and cause the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Guangdong Vanward is aware of two reports of hoses melting and rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and inspect the grill to make sure that the gas hose runs along the outside of the grill cabinet and passes through the round hole in the side panel. Consumers should contact Guangdong Vanward Electric for revised instructions and a warning label to apply to the grill that shows how to properly install the hose and the regulator.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Guangdong Vanward Electric
- Manufacturer
- Guangdong Vanward Electric Co., Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 13-028
- Units
- About 37,000 in the U.S.
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowe's stores nationwide from November 2011 through May 2012 for about $270.
- Importer
- L G Sourcing, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.
Master Forge Gas Grills
CPSC product type: Grills, Smokers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Guangdong Vanward Electric toll-free at (888) 584-3648 between 8 a.m. through 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's recall website at www.94227info.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.