CPSC recall 20-038, announced December 10, 2019, covers Bass Pro MR. STEAK four and five burner gas patio grills (about 3,300 units). The gas regulator hose with attached fuel gauge can melt if it comes in contact with the bottom of the grill's firebox, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 9 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and contact MR. Recall contact: call 833-677-8325.
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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.
A label on the inside of the left compartment door or on the back of the grill identifies the model number of the grill.
Which products are included?
The recall involves four and five burner models of MR. STEAK propane gas grills, models MS-4B-PG, SKU 2472264 and MS-5B-PG, SKU 2472265, that have both a fuel gauge and a fuel line that is not attached to the inside of the grill. The grills are stainless steel with black trim and have four or five black and red dials. The words "MR. STEAK" are printed below the thermometer on the grills' lid. The recall also applies to SKUs 2366916 and 2366917 if the consumer added an aftermarket fuel gauge to the regulator assembly. A label on the inside of the left compartment door or on the back of the grill identifies the model number of the grill. The SKU is printed on the purchase receipt.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 2 listed, all starting with
MS-. Yours must match one exactly. - Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
a label on the inside of the left compartment door
andthe purchase receipt
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- May 2017 through July 2019
- Price paid
- $500 to $600
Why it was recalled
The gas regulator hose with attached fuel gauge can melt if it comes in contact with the bottom of the grill's firebox, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Bass Pro has received nine reports of grill fires. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and contact MR. STEAK for a free repair kit.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 2 listed in this recall, then check the item or SKU numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 833-677-8325.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- 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
- Bass Pro
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 20-038
- Units
- About 3,300 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, and ABT Appliance & Electronics stores nationwide and online at basspro.com and cabelas.com from May 2017 through July 2019 for about $500 for the four burner grill and $600 for the five burner grill.
- Importer
- Bass Pro, LLC, of Springfield, Mo.
This recall in context
Compared with the 77 grill recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 3,300 units: the 46th-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.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 10 of 77 grill recalls, the most common remedy.
- Brand history
- Bass Pro is named in 3 CPSC notices in this index, from 2019 to 2024. This recall is the earliest.
- Time on sale
- About 2 years. Recalled 5 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
MR. STEAK toll-free at 833-677-8325 or 833-MRSTEAK from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at mrsteak.com and click on “RECALL” or visit mrsteak.com/repairpartskit for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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