Char-Broil® Patio Bistro Electric Grills Recall
Aug. 5, 2026
Char-Broil Europe GmbH (“Char-Broil”) is recalling certain Char-Broil® Patio Bistro E2Coal and Patio Bistro Cube E Electric Grills (“Patio Bistro Electric Grills”). The recall is being conducted in accordance with the requirements of the European Union General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) and the UK’s General Product Safety Regulations 2005. Units of the following models manufactured between October and December 2025 are being recalled:
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Product Name |
Item # |
Model # |
EAN Code# |
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Patio Bistro E2Coal |
140255 |
26302401 |
4260547599733 |
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Patio Bistro E2Coal |
140256 |
26302402 |
4260547599740 |
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Patio Bistro Cube E |
140257 |
26301801 |
4260547599757 |
|
Patio Bistro Cube E |
140258 |
26301802 |
4260547599764 |
Hazard:
The grounding wire for the heating element on certain recalled Patio Bistro Electric Grills may not be fully tightened. This creates the potential for disconnection of the grounding wire and loss of fault protection, posing a risk of electric shock.
Description:
This recall involves units of the following Char-Broil Patio Bistro Electric Grill models manufactured between October and December 2025:
Patio Bistro E2Coal (Black and Grey);
Patio Bistro Cube E (Black and Grey).
The Patio Bistro Electric Grills were designed and intended for outdoor use and were sold in full-size and tabletop configurations in Black and Grey finishes. The “Char-Broil” logo appears on the front of the lid. EAN codes are located on the product packaging.
The product label identifies the model and serial number, including the manufacturing date code. The label is located on the bottom shelf of full-size grills and on the side bar of tabletop models. The 4-digit date code, in YYMM format, is part of the unit serial number. Only Patio Bistro Electric Grills with date codes 2510 (Oct-2025), 2511 (Nov-2025) and 2512 (Dec-2025) are recalled.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Patio Bistro Electric Grill and contact Char-Broil for a free repair kit. The repair is quick and easy to complete and includes simple instructions for accessing and securing the grounding wire connection, as well as a label to be applied to the unit once the repair has been completed. Consumers who submit the required proof confirming completion of the repair will receive a 50£ digital reward code, redeemable at a wide selection of participating retailers. Consumers who prefer not to repair their unit may instead request a free replacement unit. Assistance is available by phone, email, or through the applicable recall website.
Consumer Contact:
Consumers may contact Char-Broil from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CET, Monday through Friday, by email at recalleurope@charbroil.com, by telephone using the applicable number below, or online through the applicable Product Recalls webpage.
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Phone Number |
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German |
+49 40 360224010 |
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UK |
+44 1993 884818 |
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FR |
+49 40 360224001 |
At Char-Broil, the quality of our products and the safety of our consumers are top priorities. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Recall Assistance:
Please contact Char-Broil to request a free repair kit or free replacement unit.
Affected Products:
Recalled Patio Bistro E2Coal Electric Grill
Recalled Patio Bistro Cube E Electric Grill
EUROPE RECALL CONTACT INFORMATION
Germany: +49 40 360224010
United Kingdom: +44 1993 884818
France: +49 40 360224001
Email: recalleurope@charbroil.com