Recalls / 2009-07-09

Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Boilers Due to Fire Hazard

09752 · Recalled 2009-07-09 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled Buderus GB142 is a gas-fired, wall-hung boiler. The boilers are white and designed to be mounted on walls. The black control drawer in the bottom center of the front of the boiler is marked "Buderus GB 142." Boilers with a green sticker inside the control drawer are not included. The model numbers included in the recall are 142/24, 142/30, 142/45 and 142/60. Only models with date codes of 7246 through 7256 are included in the recall. The model number and date code are located on a label on the bottom left side of the boiler.

Hazards

An electrical connector can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled boilers immediately and contact their certified heating contractors or Bosch Thermotechnology for a free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Gas-Fired Wall-Hung Boilers		About 90

Parties

Manufacturer: Nefit B.V. Inc.
Importer: Bosch Thermotechnology, of Londonderry, N.H.
Made in: Netherlands
Sold at: Wholesale distributors to plumbing, heating contractors nationwide, 000, 500.

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Bosch Thermotechnology at (800) 283-3787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.buderus.net

Source: CPSC recall 09752. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.