Recalls / 2019-12-20

Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

20046 · Recalled 2019-12-20 · CPSC page

Recalled Buderus GB125-35 oil condensing boiler

Description

This recall involves Buderus brand GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers distributed by Bosch. The boilers have a blue enclosure, and the GB125-35 model number is located on the data plate near the top right hand side of the boiler. The Buderus brand name is printed on the outside of the boiler's blue enclosure. Bosch Thermotechnology and the model number are printed on a white label on the blue enclosure.

Hazards

The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported in the U.S.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact Bosch for a free repair. Consumers who continue to use the boilers while awaiting repair should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Buderus GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers		About 170

Parties

Manufacturer: Bosch Thermotechnik GmbH
Importer: Bosch Thermotechnology Corp., of Watertown, Mass.
Made in: Germany
Sold at: Wholesale distributors, installed by independent contractors nationwide, 000.

Consumer contact

Bosch Thermotechnology at 800-323-1943 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, via email at GB125.35Recall@us.bosch.com; or online at https://www.bosch-thermotechnology.us/us/en/residential/home/ and click on the “Knowledge” tab, then click on “Product Approvals, Certifications & Regulatory Info” for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 20046. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.