Weber charcoal or wood-burning grills

11 reports to CPSC, the latest made Oct 14, 2025. A report isn’t a recall.

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From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

11reports to CPSC
Oct 14, 2025the latest report was made
May 22, 2012the earliest
2with the company’s comments

Brand: Weber
Maker: Weber-Stephen Products LLCMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Charcoal or wood-burning grillsCPSC’s product type: Charcoal or Wood-burning Grills (code 3218), in Yard & Garden: Grills & Accessories

Other ways the reports write the brand (3)

“Weber 781001 Gold One-Touch 26-1/2-Inch Kettle Grill,”, “Weber Smokey Joe” and “Weber-Stephen Products LLC”

By month

1 report from November 2024 to October 2025; the most in October 2025, 1. 10 earlier reports, since May 2012, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
October 2025	1
April 2021	1
March 2020	1
November 2016	1
July 2015	1
June 2015	1
August 2013	1
June 2013	1
May 2013	1
October 2012	1
May 2012	1

How badly anyone was hurt

Emergency room 1 CPSC: Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received
First aid 4 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
No one hurt 4 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

No incident, no one hurt
Made Oct 14, 2025, sent to the company Nov 14, 2025, published by CPSC Dec 1, 2025

The product, in the report: Weber Stephans 22 inch charcoal kettle grill

I just received a new charcoal grill as a birthday present. It has only 1 handle on the bottom half of the kettle making it impossible to pick up the whole grill at once to move it without actually putting one hand on the potentially hot metal of the kettle itself and risking serious burns.
This is a serious safety defect in your product. Every model of this grill I have had up until now going all the way back to the 1970s has had 2 handles on the bottom half of the kettle.

Model
14401001
Serial number
OU0975040
Bought from
Amazon.com
Bought
Oct 9, 2025
Where
Hockessin, Delaware: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 75, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/14/2025) Weber-Stephen Products LLC: The CPSC provided Weber-Stephen Products LLC (“Weber”) with the above-captioned Incident Report (“Report”) published on the Consumer Product Safety Information Database. While no response is required, Weber has reviewed the Report and would like to provide the CPSC with further information in accordance with the 12/1/2025 deadline set forth in the notice.
Please be advised that prior to the filing of Report, the consumer interacted with Weber via email and telephone over ten (10) times. [REDACTED] initial complaint related to an entirely different matter, namely a request for modification of Weber’s patented ash collection system design. Two (2) months after his initial email communication to Weber, [REDACTED] pivoted his focus to only the handle issue covered in the subject Report.
While [REDACTED] provided an Amazon link identifying the grill that he received as a gift to be a Weber Original Premium Charcoal grill, we cannot confirm the accuracy of that information. According to our records, [REDACTED] has never registered any charcoal or gas grills with Weber. For purposes of this response, the grill is assumed to be a 22 inch Weber charcoal grill.
[REDACTED] states that all of his prior charcoal grills were equipped with two (2) handles on the bottom half of the kettle. If accurate, [REDACTED] prior charcoal grills were manufactured and/or sold many years ago, as our R&D team has confirmed that the “2 handled” charcoal bowls have not been manufactured for approximately 15-20 years. [REDACTED] main Complaint stems from the fact that his “new” 1-handle charcoal grill makes it difficult to move the grill when it is hot and/or in use. [REDACTED] safety concern should be focused on the fact that he clearly plans on continuing to engage in the unsafe practice of moving a hot charcoal grill. Since 1952, Weber has provided clear and consistent warnings in its Owner’s Manual which instruct that the grill NOT be moved during operation. Weber also instructs all charcoal and gas grill users to wear barbecue gloves when the grill is in operation.
It should be noted that to the best of its knowledge, Weber is not aware of any prior consumer complaints that address the fact that Weber’s 1-handle bottom bowl configuration is a hinderance to the easy movement of a hot grill. While the reason for the redesign was cost-driven, that fact that it also makes it difficult for a consumer to move a hot grill is certainly an unexpected and added safety benefit.
In his 10/14/25 (5:41pm) email, [REDACTED] demanded a new 22” charcoal kettle with 2 handles on the bottom. He then followed up with “If I don’t get it within the next month, I will be filing a Complaint with the “Federal” CPSC.” Later than evening (7:48pm) a Weber supervisor telephoned [REDACTED] to offer assistance. [REDACTED] reiterated his frustration regarding the handle configuration as “I could not move it when I had to even when it was hot.” He then demanded that “you must have 2 handle grills lying around, so send me one.” The Weber agent assured [REDACTED] that no such bowls were available, which resulted in him stating “You’ve got to have one somewhere, so you have to send them.” Despite repeated efforts to convince [REDACTED] that no such grill parts were available, he responded “I don’t accept that answer”. He ended the call with another threat of filing a CPSC complaint along with a “you guys can go to hell” signoff, which was repeated several times.
Three (3) hours later (11:09pm), [REDACTED] followed up with an email to Weber which contained a request for a $219 refund. Bear in mind that the current “gifted” grill was not purchased from Weber or by [REDACTED]. Not only did Weber refuse to provide a refund, [REDACTED] stated that the retailer who sold the grill (identified in the Report as Amazon.com) also refused to provide a refund. He then included a new threat of disparaging Weber online, specifically “not to mention the damage I can do to you on the Internet through my negative reviews of your product.” He then ended his email with “I hope you get fired”, directed to the Weber team member that was trying to help him. Two (2) minutes later (11:11pm) Weber received his last communication which attached a copy of the subject Report.
It should be noted that while Weber received a copy of the Report from [REDACTED] on 10/15/25, it was not delivered to the CPSC Business portal until 11/14/25 due to the U.S. Federal Government shutdown. During that time, [REDACTED] continued to engage with Weber, escalating his complaints to Weber’s President. His demand that Weber manufacture a specialty “one-off” 2-handled charcoal kettle continued. On 10/21/25, [REDACTED] agreed to accept a final remediation refund in the amount of a $219 refund. As a courtesy, on 10/22/25, Weber’s President reached out to [REDACTED] to offer a sincere apology for not being able to accommodate his request to add a second handle to his grill. Weber’s President cautioned [REDACTED] against moving his grill during use. Weber assumed that this concluded the matter.
On 10/26/25, [REDACTED] sent his final email to Weber’s President, threatening negative reviews, negative social media publicity, lost sales and CPSC engagement. While [REDACTED] is clearly a loyal and passionate charcoal griller, he knows nothing of Weber’s manufacturing operations. As clarification, the obsolete charcoal grill tooling that stamped the 2-handled kettle grills weighed over 3000 lbs and had a physical footprint to match. This equipment was scrapped years ago, when the Company discontinued the 2-handle design. All inventory of this handle configuration was deleted some time ago. For the avoidance of doubt, Weber has no mechanical ability to manufacture a 2-handle kettle. This is a fact that [REDACTED] is unable and unwilling to understand or accept.
At Weber, we take all consumer complaints seriously. We work very hard to make every effort to ensure that our consumers have a positive grilling experience, which can only happen when all the instructions and warnings in our Owner’s Manuals are followed. Throughout each interaction with [REDACTED], our Weber agents and our President treated him professionally and with respect.
There are absolutely no defects or safety concerns associated with the 1-handle configuration of any WEBER® charcoal kettle bowl(s). However, Weber has serious concerns over [REDACTED] continued practice and desire to move a charcoal grill when it is hot and/or in use. Doing so, defies a basic level of common sense and safety awareness.
[REDACTED] has demanded that Weber provide him with a replacement part that does not exist. Even if available, which it is not, there are no grounds for providing him with any replacement parts. There is absolutely nothing wrong with his bottom bowl or with the grill itself. When assembled, operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions and warnings in the Owner’s Manual, his “new” charcoal grill can be used and enjoyed for another 15-20 years.

CPSC report 20251014-3C96B-2147327080. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Emergency room
Made Apr 23, 2021, sent to the company Apr 26, 2021, published by CPSC May 10, 2021

The product, in the report: Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill 22”

Purchased Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill 22” four years ago. The fasteners that connect the three legs to the kettle seemed flimsy, but I installed them per the directions. They did not hold up. My wife moved the grill on April 13, 2021 and the front leg collapsed because the fastener had deteriorated. The force of the kettle lid falling onto her hand (she was holding the handle) BROKE HER FINGER. I checked the remaining legs and the fasteners had also deteriorated, providing no solid support between the three legs and the kettle. POOR DESIGN AND AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN.

Model
Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill 22”
UPC
#14403001
Serial number
not available
Bought from
Orchard Supply Hardware, California
Bought
Aug 2, 2016, about then
Where
Carmel, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 69, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/4/2021) Weber-Stephen Products LLC: Weber-Stephen Products LLC (“Weber”) has no record of being contacted by the consumer or his wife in connection with any incident or to register a WEBER branded charcoal grill. As no photographs or proof of purchase have been provided in the Report (“Report”), it has not been confirmed that the grill in question was manufactured The Weber. While we are truly sorry that a consumer was injured while attempting to relocate their grill, no other details have been provided. The Report suggests that the grill is 4+ year old, and is located at “Carmel-By-the Sea”, in close proximity to the ocean. Since 1952, Weber has been manufacturing outdoor charcoal barbecues which are exposed to changes in temperature, humidity and other atmospheric elements. Rusting and deterioration of stainless and painted steel component parts is a normal and expected occurrence. However, corrosion can be greatly accelerated when our products are used and stored in coastal regions with a high concentration of salt in the atmosphere. The metal fasteners referenced in the Report carry a warranty of 2-years, and would appear to have performed without reported issues for at least 4+ years. While Weber’s limited warranty specifically excludes deterioration due to atmospheric elements, our Customer Service Team is always willing to work with consumers requesting replacement parts for grills that are out of warranty or for component parts that have rusted due to the elements. There are no known manufacturing issues that contribute to excessive rusting. All instances of rust or deterioration can be traced back to the manner and location in which the grill is used, stored and maintained. The overwhelming majority of warranty claims for rust are associated with normal wear and tear which has occurred as a result of years of outdoor use.

CPSC report 20210423-A9CD3-2147364545. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 17, 2020, sent to the company Mar 24, 2020, published by CPSC Apr 7, 2020

The product, in the report: Weber Smokefire EX4 pellet grill

Weber Smokefire EX4 pellet grill does not control fire or temperature safely. Temperature goes way high and pellets fall into grease, causing hugh fire in grill. Also, pellets back up on feed slide and catch fire outside of fire box. Many reviews on Amazon report similar experiences.

Model
Smokefire EX4
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Jan 25, 2020
Where
Bryant, Arkansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20200317-FEDF6-2147374340. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Nov 28, 2016, sent to the company Dec 6, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 20, 2016

The product, in the report: Weber 15502001 Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Copper

I had cooked steaks on the grill approximately 5pm on the evening the fire happened. When finished cooking, I closed the lid and the top and bottom vents. I had turned the gas off before I started cooking the steaks. I went to put the grill up approximately 8pm after it had cooled, but noticed a flame from the vent hose hole between the gas regulator and the grill. I moved the regulator knob to make sure it was all the way off. It was turned off all the way. I opened the valve to try to close the valve again. When I opened the valve again, it blew the flame into the grill. The grill was apparently full of propane from the regulator leaking by. Large flame and explosion. Blew the lid off. Burned me. Burned my house.

Model
15502001
Serial number
A01052755
Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Dec 15, 2015, about then
Where
Huntsville, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 36, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20161128-FF049-2147410312. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Jul 27, 2015, sent to the company Aug 4, 2015, published by CPSC Aug 18, 2015

The product, in the report: Smokey Joe 14” Charcoal Grill

Dangerously Hot Glass-Reinforced Nylon Lid Handle - Weber Smokey Joe 14” Charcoal Grill
In September 2014, I bought a new Weber Smokey Joe 14” basic model to replace a 20-year old one as I was moving out-of-state. I was using the new one for the past few months without a problem. However, I recently bought the Weber coal Chimney Starter and tried it 2 nights ago. The coals heated up very quickly and I grilled meat with the lid off. Then I put slices of bread w/cheese on top on the grill and put the lid on for no more than one minute (to melt the cheese on the bread). When I went to take off the lid, the handle was so hot that I burned my hand and instinctively flung the grill cover away. It could have hit my feet/legs and I could have had serious burns.
I’ve written to Weber about this on their company website. However, I received their response today saying “Sorry to hear about that accident you had with your grill...The use of a heat-resistant BBQ mitt or glove is recommended when operating the grill. These warnings are outlined in the owner’s manual for your grill.”
Following Weber’s response, I have accessed several websites to read consumer complaints about this product and this same issue of the overheated handle has been noted since 2010. How can the company continue to ignore this?
Please note: I also own the Original Series large Weber kettle grill that my family received from [REDACTED] in 1976. Importantly, this original grill has a wooden handle. I continue to use this 40-year old grill and have never had an issue with burning my hands on the handle.

Model
Smokey Joe 14”
Serial number
CS0638054
Bought from
Owenhouse Ace Hardware
Bought
Sep 12, 2014
Where
Bozeman, Montana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 57, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand Weber Smokey Joe, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20150727-19600-2147429885. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 5, 2015, sent to the company Jun 30, 2015, published by CPSC Jul 15, 2015

The product, in the report: Weber Kettle Grill

I was rolling my 26 1/2 inch Weber Kettle grill and it collapsed to the ground. The supports that hold the legs to the grill had rusted away. I bought the grill 4/8/14 and it fell apart 6/1/15 They said they had never heard of this happenng before at Weber.
This grill also had a issue with the leg falling out of the same little supprt bracket that rusted out when I first got the grill. Weber sent a new leg kit. I did a google search and other people have had this same problem. Some using screws to secure the legs in so they do not fall out of the support bracket the legs attach 2.

Model
Weber 781001 Gold One-Touch 26-1/2-Inch Kettle Grill
Serial number
CS0755363
Bought from
Amazon.com
Bought
Apr 8, 2014
Where
Fort worth, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 40, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber 781001 Gold One-Touch 26-1/2-Inch Kettle Grill,, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150605-089D8-2147432287. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Aug 20, 2013, sent to the company Aug 28, 2013, published by CPSC Sep 12, 2013

The product, in the report: Weber One-Touch Silver Charcoal Grill 221/2 inch, serial number AU

The handles on Weber Charcoal Grills either absorb or conduct heat and become too hot to handle. This issue is the result of a design flaw in the grill top. Formerly these handles were made of wood which did not create a safety hazard. However, because of the need to label these handles with county of origin (this is what the customer service representative reported) they are now made of a different material which becomes too hot to handle with ones hands. This issue is not random or inconsistent but happens whenever these grills are used. My experience result in three burned fingers and a dropped grill cover causing minor product damage.
These handles are not merely warm but too hot to handle causing burns.
After speaking with the customer service representative I was told to use a glove or pot holder in the future.
This issue is easy to resolve with a handle that does not absorb the heat from the grill. In fact such a handle did exist when they were made of wood.
11 August 2013 [REDACTED]
[REDACTED] V .P. of Customer Service Weber Stephen Products, LLC 90 West Hillcrest Blvd. Schaumburg, 11. 60195
Dear [REDACTED]:
I was referred to you by one of your on-line phone customer service representatives. Last evening, while using my recently purchased, One-Touch Silver charcoal grill 22 Yz” (serial number AU purchased at the Green Thumbers in Davenport Iowa on 5.11.13), I lifted the lid to remove the meat and burned my hand. Three fingers were burned as I tried to escape the heat from the handle. The lid was dropped causing a minor amount of damage to the lid.
It is clear that this handle conducts heat or absorbs heat to a level that cannot be tolerated by your customers.
The purpose of this letter is to call your attention to this very serious design flaw and to correct the issue. I did a search of the internet and this issue is common among your customers. It is absolutely amazing to me that a company like Weber that manufactures products that get hot, would design a handle that conducts or absorbs intolerable levels of heat.
I spoke to two customer service representatives. The first representative indicated that I should wear a glove or use a pot holder. This hardly seems like an appropriate design solution. The second service representative indicated that this has been a known issue for some time. She added that 5 or 6 years ago Weber discontinued the use of wood handles as there was a country of origin issue related to the labeling of the handles.
I can only conclude that you have cut corners to save on product costs putting your customers at risk. From my perspective it is unthinkable that a manufacturer in good conscience could allow this known product defect to exist. These grills are not highly engineered products - a simple solution is available. The risk of injury is not random but rather it is known and expected! When injuries can be significant and the cost of fixing the problem insignificant, the solution seems obvious.
I look forward to your response.
Very truly yours, [REDACTED]
CC: [REDACTED], General Council & Secretary to the Board of Managers Weber-Stepen Products 200 East Daniels Road Palatine, IL. 60067

Model
One-Touch Silver Charcoal Grill 221/2 inch
Serial number
AU
Bought from
Green Thumber’s, Iowa
Bought
May 11, 2013
Where
Bloomington, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20130820-F5CC1-1349514. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Jun 10, 2013, sent to the company Jun 18, 2013, published by CPSC Jul 2, 2013

The product, in the report: 22.5” dia. Black, Weber Charcoal grill with glass filled nylon handles.

PRODUCT: Weber Charcoal Grill with glass filled nylon handle on lid. While the instructions (fine print) instruct one to use a mitt, I think reasonable person would assume that the handle provides some insulating value. It does not. I touched it lightly and dropped the lid but burned my fingertips. If someone gripped it tightly without a mitt (seemingly impossible based on space limitations), a serious burn would be the result. In the past, the metal handles were covered with wood. I don’t believe the average consumer is going to realize that the glass filled nylon handles are heat conductors. I reside in Warsaw, IN. The incident happened in Waterloo, IA. Both are the same Weber Charcoal grill.

Model
22.5” Black Weber Charcoal Grill
Where
Waterloo, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 60, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20130610-6DCEF-2147455344. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 17, 2013, sent to the company May 28, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 11, 2013

The product, in the report: Weber Performer Gold 22-1/2” Charcoal Grill in Black

I had recently purchased a Weber Performer Gold grill from Home Depot and was using it for the very first time. I removed the lid and stored it on the storage bar on the lower half of the grill. I removed the upper grate and poured charcoal ([REDACTED] [REDACTED] charcoal, which does not require liter fluid) into the grill. I ignited the charcoal and it flamed upped and I walked away to allow the charcoal to burn down. Shortly thereafter, I detected the order of burning plastic and turned toward the grill. I noticed the charcoal was still flaming up, but I also noticed the two plastic standoffs on the lid storage bar were on fire. I immediately closed the lid on the grill to smother the flame, however the standoffs were still burning, so I put them out with a glass of water. I am reporting this because when I called Weber they only offered to send me two replacement plastic standoffs and said they would report it, however there was no genuine concern that this was a real issue and the representative said a couple times this has never happened before, coming across as though they thought I was not being truthful about what had occurred.

Model
Performer Gold in Black, Model Number: 1431001
Bought from
Home Depot, Missouri
Bought
May 3, 2013
Where
Manchester, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130517-181E1-2147456014. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 25, 2012, sent to the company Nov 8, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 26, 2012

The product, in the report: Weber 7416 Chimney Starter To use it, place briquets in the starter and wait until they are red hot, after which time they can be poured out and used for barbequeing. For the [REDACTED] [REDACTED] natural wood briquets, this makes them much easier to start

During normal use according to the instructions that came with the Weber 7416 Chimney Starter, its handle caught on fire and melted. I contacted Weber on October 21 and October 22, but heard back only on October 24th after a third email to Weber on October 23, 2012 stating that I contacted the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
* used [REDACTED] [REDACTED] brand unused natural wood charcoal * chimney starter was full * no lighting aids were used including no lighter fluid or lighting cubes * chimney starter was in the center of the uncovered Weber barbeque sash show on the packaging, which I can scan and email to you

Model
Weber 7416 Chimney Starter
UPC
7792407393
Serial number
none
Bought from
Ace Hardware
Where
Lakewood, Colorado: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 55, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Friend / Neighbor / Co-worker
As this report names them
Brand Weber-Stephen Products LLC, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20121025-D94B3-2147462523. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made May 22, 2012, sent to the company May 31, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 14, 2012

The product, in the report: Weber One-Touch Gold_18_22 062811 charcoal grill, 22.5”. I believe the Weber part number is 751001.

I received 1st degree burns when I lifted the lid on a hot Weber One-Touch Gold 22.5” grill. I have used this type of grill for decades with no problems. The older design of this product used wooden inserts on the handle. These never got hot to the touch. The new design uses plastic instead of wood. The plastic gets VERY hot. I emailed Weber about this several days ago. I have not heard from them.

Model
One-Touch Gold_18_22 062811
Bought from
Wannamaker’s
Bought
May 18, 2012
Where
Naperville, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 68, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Weber, made or sold by Weber-Stephen Products LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20120522-7C845-2147467351. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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