| Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2008 Release #08-261 |
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 434-7455 |
Name of Product: Broil King Gas Grills
Units: About 4,800
Manufacturer: Onward Manufacturing Co., of Ontario, Canada
Hazard: The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Description: This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills.
| Signet series (model #’s starting with 986xxx) | 400 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop- down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners |
| Sovereign series (model #’s starting with 987xxx) | 450 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop- down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners. |
| Sovereign XL series (model #’s starting with 988xxx) | 600 sq. inch cooking surface with 4 burners and drop- down shelves. |
The model number can be located on the back panel of the grill.
Sold at: Independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Onward Manufacturing for a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: For further information, visit the firm's Web site at www.broilkingbbq.com or call toll-free at (866) 434-7455 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.