CPSC Recall in 2011: General Electric Recalls Gas Rangetop with Grill Due to an Explosion Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12021

Date: October 24, 2011

Product Name: GE Monogram® Pro Rangetop with Grill

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

Burners on Rangetops operating on liquefied petroleum ("LP" or propane) may fail to ignite or light if the gas control knob is left in a position between OFF and LITE, posing a risk of delayed ignition or explosion.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 470

Incidents:

GE has received six reports involving explosions in units operating on LP gas, including reports of damage to kitchen cabinets beneath the Rangetop. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

General Electric authorized representatives and distributors nationwide from May 2008 through August 2011 for between $3,400 and $4,700, as determined by retailers.

Manufactured In:

Mexico.