Masterbuilt Manufacturing Inc. Recalls Electric Smokers for Fire Hazard
Electric Smokehouse Smokers
Date of Recall
2006-05-31CPSC Release Number
06-173Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 489-1581Units
About 10,700Manufacturer
Masterbuilt Manufacturing Inc., of Columbus Ga.Sold By
Sporting goods stores sold these smokers nationwide from July 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $250.Problem/Hazard
Smoldering wood chips used in the wood chip box can ignite into flames when the door of the unit is opened, posing a risk of burn injuries to users and property damage to nearby combustibles.Injuries/Incidents
Masterbuilt has received two reports of units that were damaged as a result of wood chip flare-ups. No injuries or property damage were reported.Description
The smokers cook food slowly at lower temperatures and use wood chips to produce smoke inside the unit for flavor. Wood chips are placed inside the smoker and heated using an electric burner element to produce smoldering coals. The electric smokehouse model ESQ30B has a black powder coated outer shell with the Masterbuilt Electric Smokehouse logo on the front door. The electric smokehouse model ESQ30S has a stainless steel outer shell with the Masterbuilt Electric Smokehouse logo on the front door. The model number is located on a metal plate on the back of the unit.Remedy
Consumers should stop using these smokers immediately, and contact the firm to receive free repair kit.Consumer Contact
For more information, call Masterbuilt at (800) 489-1581 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.masterbuilt.comRecall Comments
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