Patio Bistro Gas Grill (Char-Broil) – Burn Hazard (2013)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills. The hazard is: The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves two Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills: the model 240 Full Size grill and the model 180 Table Top grill. Both are single-burner propane gas grills equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended only for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words "Char-Broil®" and "Patio Bistro®" are printed near the thermometer on the grill's lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support on the back of the unit that states "Char-Broil, LLC," the model number and other information. The grills were sold with the following model numbers: Model Name Model Number(s) Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558 and 12601558-A2 Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top 12601713
Reported concern (CPSC)
The electronic ignition on the grill can ignite unexpectedly, posing a burn hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the grills and contact Char-Broil for instructions on how to order and install a free repair kit.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026