Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · 2000 units
Grills & fireplaces Recall No. 17-198 Published August 2, 2017

Mini barrel charcoal grills

The exterior paint on the grill can ignite, posing a fire hazard. Manufactured by Bazhou Sanxin Steel and sold at Fred's stores in: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas from January 2017 – June 2017 for about $22.

Living Traditions Mini Barrel Charcoal Grill
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Living Traditions Mini Barrel Charcoal Grill

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The exterior paint on the grill can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

There are two reports of paint on the exterior of the grill igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the grill to any Fred's Store for a full refund of the purchase price.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerBazhou Sanxin Steel, of China
Units2000
Made inChina
Sold atFred's stores in: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas
Sales periodJanuary 2017 – June 2017
PriceAbout $22

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-374-7417
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.fredsinc.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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