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CPSC, Bradford White Corporation, Announce Recall of Gas Water Heater

Reported: August 15, 2002 Initiated: August 15, 2002 #02553

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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.

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.

Details

Units Affected
1,220
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Bradford-White-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Gas-Water-Heater

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Bradford White Corporation, of Ambler, Pa.. Units affected: 1,220.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 15, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02553.

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