Recalls / 2002-08-15
CPSC, Bradford White Corporation, Announce Recall of Gas Water Heater
02553 · Recalled 2002-08-15 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled water heaters are models: MIITW75T6EN12; MIITW75T6CX12; TW375S76E3N; and TW375S763X with serial number "YD" (all) through YE 1395234. The model and serial numbers are located on the heater rating plate and on the shipping carton label. The water heaters were manufactured in the United States.
Hazards
The water heater may have been fitted with incorrectly made flue gas baffles. These baffles may affect fuel combustion, resulting in excessive carbon monoxide emissions, which can cause serious injuries and death.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers who purchased one of these water heaters should immediately contact their installing contractor or call Bradford White Technical Support. Bradford White will confirm the status of the product. If involved, Bradford White will arrange for inspection (and replacement if necessary) of the flue baffle at no cost to the consumer.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 75-Gallon Power Vented Gas Water Heaters | 1,220 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Bradford White Corporation
- Made in
- United States
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact their installing contractor or call Bradford White Technical Support at (800) 334-3393, between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Internet site at www.bradfordwhite.com
Source: CPSC recall 02553. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.