May 5, 2008
About 4,800 Broil King Gas Grills are being recalled. The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire.
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.
The grills were sold at independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700. They were made in Canada.
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.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
