Fiesta Gas Grills is issuing a defective product recall for about 88,000 of its Blue Ember gas grills because the hose of the grill’s gas tank can get too close to the firebox and be exposed to heat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. According to a consumer alert put out by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fiesta has received 161 reports of grill fires resulting in nine personal injuries including two incidents of major burn injuries in different parts of the body, six incidents of minor burns and one incident involving temporary hearing loss.

This product recall involves Blue Ember liquid propane outdoor grills that were sold at various home centers and retailers nationwide from November 2006 through June 2008 for between $400 and $500. Consumers who own these grills are asked to stop using them right away and call Fiesta Gas Grills to get a free replacement grease pan assembly and instructions for installing the part and the gas tank. The grill should not be used until the new grease pan assembly and the gas tank have been properly installed. Consumers are also asked to inspect the gas burner hose and regulator, which will be replaced free of charge if there are signs of damage.

The product liabilities lawyers at Bisnar | Chase have represented numerous victims who have suffered severe personal injuries as a result of defective products. Most defective products are not recalled. In the case of these defective grills, it seems as if the company waited to issue the product recall in spite of receiving more than 100 reports of grill fires. The serious burn injuries that occurred may have been prevented had the company warned consumers about their defective grills sooner. It is becoming increasingly common for a number of product manufacturers to hold off on recalls because they are costly and time-consuming. But, when a timely product recall is not issued, it is the consumer who pays the price with their health, well-being or even their life. If you have been injured by a defective product, please call an experienced California personal injury lawyer to find out how you can pursue your legal rights.

If you would like more information about this defective product recall, please contact Fiesta Gas Grills at 1-866-740-7849.