CPSC recall 99-016, announced November 5, 1998, covers Sunbeam Products Grillmaster gas grills with side burners (approximately 80,000 units). The side burner's propane gas hose can twist up toward the aluminum casting of the grill, causing overheating and melting of the hose. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the recalled grills immediately and call Sunbeam to receive a free retrofit kit. Recall contact: call (800) 200-2300.
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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 complete model numbers can be found on the identification label on the back of the grill, and on the assembly instructions and parts list.
Which products are included?
The recalled grills are black and have a side burner for cooking, similar to a gas-range stove top. The model numbers of the grills are: 56GR8, 560R8, 562D1, 562D9, GC548517, GG546517, GS544417, GS544717, GS546517, GG546537 and GG547517. The complete model numbers can be found on the identification label on the back of the grill, and on the assembly instructions and parts list. The word, "GRILLMASTER" is written on the front of these grills. In March 1998, Sunbeam Products recalled grills with model numbers GG 461 EPB, GG 560 EPB, HG 560 EPB and GG 560 EPBS because of a similar hose placement hazard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 11 listed. Yours must match one exactly.
- Where to look
the identification label on the back of the grill
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- 1996 through July 1998
- Where sold
- The Home Depot and Walmart, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $200 to $250
Why it was recalled
The side burner's propane gas hose can twist up toward the aluminum casting of the grill, causing overheating and melting of the hose. Gas leakage or a fire could result from the hose damage.
Incidents and injuries
Sunbeam Products received one complaint from a consumer who requested a replacement hose due to damage caused from the heat of the grill casting. There have been no reports of injuries associated with these grills.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled grills immediately and call Sunbeam to receive a free retrofit kit. The retrofit kit contains a wire bracket guard and instructions for easy installation that will correctly position the side burner's propane gas hose.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 11 listed in this recall.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 200-2300.
- 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
- Sunbeam Products
- Manufacturer
- Sunbeam Products Inc., of Neosho Mo.
- Product type
- Grills
- Recall number
- 99-016
- Units
- Approximately 80,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise stores, such as Bradlees, Caldor, the Home Depot, Service Merchandise and Wal-Mart sold the grills nationwide, from 1996 through July 1998, for about $200 to $250.
Grillmaster gas grills with side burners
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
- 80,000 units: the 13th-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.
- Brand history
- Sunbeam Products is named in 4 CPSC notices in this index, from 1998 to 2025. This recall is the earliest.
- Time on sale
- 1996 through July 1998. Recalled 4 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Consumers may call Sunbeam toll-free at (800) 200-2300 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
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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