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Fire / OverheatingAugust 2, 2017CPSC #17198

Fred's Recalls Charcoal Grills Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Grills
Units affected
2,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Living Traditions mini barrel charcoal grills. The black steel grills measure about 18 inches by 15 inches by 18.5 inches. They have a black handle on the lid and one on each side, and at the front a heat gauge and a silver latch. Model number SXB1501 and UPC code 00000 19877 are printed on the product's packaging.

Hazard

The exterior paint on the grill can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

There are two reports of paint on the exterior of the grill igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Fred's stores in: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas from January 2017 through June 2017 for about $22.

Photos

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