Eastwind Industries Recalls Kuuma Stow and Go Grills Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at West Marine Stores
Source: CPSC Recall #10196
Recall Date
2010-04-13
Manufacturer
Eastwind Industries Inc., of San Leandro, Calif.
Units Affected
About 4,600
Products Involved
Kuuma IR Stow and Go Grills
Hazard
If the fuel container is not completely threaded on the regulator during installation, the propane tanks can leak fuel. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled barbecue grills and contact Eastwind for a new operator's manual with revised graphic installation instructions. Consumers will also receive a new tool to use for maintenance and cleaning of the fuel system.
Reported Injuries
Eastwind Industries has received three reports of fires from leaking propane tanks, resulting in reports of minor burns to the hands.
Sold At
West Marine stores nationwide from January 2009 through August 2009 for between $100 and $140.
Manufactured In
Thailand
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Kuuma IR Stow and Go barbecue grills. The rectangle grill is stainless steel with the word "Kuuma" embossed on the front. The grill's main housing measures 18 ½ inches long x 8 ½ inches tall x 10 inches deep. Model number 83726 is printed on the barcode label affixed to the packaging.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28