CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2005-09-16

CPSC, Robertshaw Controls Co. Announce Recall of Gas Control Valves on Water Heaters

05274 · Recalled 2005-09-16 · CPSC page

Recalled Gas Control Valves
Recalled Gas Control Valves

Description

The R110 Gas Control Valves being recalled are installed on natural and liquid propane (LP) gas water heaters. The recalled valves were manufactured between July 25, 2005 and August 14, 2005 with production date codes 5-31 through and including 5-33, although not all valves with these date codes are affected. The recalled valves were installed on the following water heater brands: American Proline, Bradford White, GE, GSW, Hotpoint, Jetglas, John Wood, Lochinvar, Premier Plus, Powerflex, Rheem, Richmond, Ruud, Vanguard, Whirlpool, and U.S. Craftmaster. The model and serial number can be found on the manufacturer's label on the water heater. Electric water heaters are not included.

Hazards

Screws on some water heater valves could break. If this happens, gas could leak from the valve, which poses a risk of gas explosion and fire.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers that believe they may have an affected water heater, please click on http://www.icca.invensys.com/robertshaw/recallarchive.htm. Have the model and serial numbers of your water heater ready. For further assistance, please contact Robertshaw. The model and serial numbers can be found on the manufacturer's label on the water heater. Robertshaw will arrange for a free repair or replacement, if necessary. If you smell gas near the appliance or in the building, immediately leave the area and call your gas company or a certified gas technician to investigate the cause.

Products

NameModelUnits
Robertshaw R110 Series Gas Control ValvesAbout 178,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Robertshaw Controls Co.
Made in
Mexico
Sold at
Installed on water heaters by gas appliance distributors, retailers, including Home Depot, Lowe's, as well as plumbers, 2005 are not affected.

Consumer contact

Call Robertshaw at (800) 232-9389 between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.icca.invensys.com/robertshaw/recallarchive.htm to review a list of the appliances with recalled valves and to register for the recall.

Source: CPSC recall 05274. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.