CPSC Recall in 2008: Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2008.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-261

Date: May 04, 2008

Product Name: Broil King Gas Grills

Recall 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 burnersSovereign 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.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 4,800

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700.

Manufactured In:

Canada