CPSC Recall in 2013: Char-Broil Recalls Patio Bistro Gas Grills Due to Burn Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-264

Date: August 15, 2013

Product Name: Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills

Recall Description:

The single-burner propane gas grills have ignition problems and can ignite unexpectedly.  Burns reported

Hazard Description:

The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 69,300 in the U.S. and 1,900 in Canada

Incidents:

Char-Broil has received 26 reports of the burner flame going out and then unexpectedly reigniting when the consumer turned the control knob to "OFF." The 26 reports include four reports of burns, including one with burns to the nose, chin and hair, and seven other reports of "burned" or "singed" hair.

Sold At:

Hardware stores and other retailers nationwide, including Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Sears, Target, True Value and online from Amazon.com from September 2010 to June 2013 for about for about $175 for the full size grill and $135 for the table top grill.

Manufactured In:

China