Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 22, 2004
CPSC, Robertshaw Controls Company Announce Recall of Certain Models of 7000 Series Gas Control Valves
Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which cou…
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif. recalled The 7000 Series Gas Valves that are being recalled are installed in gas appliances, inclu… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Robertshaw Controls Company Announce Recall of Certain Models of 7000 Series Gas Co… was recalled by Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif. in December 22, 2004. Reason: Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to co…. Remedy: Free repair or replacement if necessary. If you smell gas near the appliance or in the bu…. Verify recall #05073 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to co….
- Moderate
- severity level
- December 22, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05073 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #05073) was formally reported on December 22, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 425,000 gas control valves.
The documented reason for this recall is: Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or p… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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 … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 425,000 gas control valves
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
The 7000 Series Gas Valves that are being recalled are installed in gas appliances, including residential space heaters, wall heaters, boilers, fireplaces, pool heaters, infrared heaters and furnaces, and commercial heating applications such as commercial cooking appliances, fryers, commercial water heaters, and poultry brooders. The recalled valves were manufactured between February 2003 and September 2004 and have production dates beginning with code 0306 and ending with 0436. However, not all 7000 Series valves manufactured during the indicated timeframe are being recalled. Of particular note are model numbers containing the letters "MV." Recalled gas valves include "MV" models that also include the letters "LP" and model numbers 7000AMV; 7000BMV; 7000BMV-S7CL; 7000MVLC; and 7000MVRCLC. All "MV" valves with the indicated date codes that have been converted to Liquid Propane (LP) gas use are also included in the recall. NOT included in the recall are model numbers 7010 and above; model numbers containing the letters "D" or "BV;" and model numbers containing the letters "MV", except for the ones listed above.
Reason for recall
Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or property damage.
Remedy, what to do
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. If you do not smell gas, check the pilot lights on your gas appliances. If any pilot lights are out, do not attempt to relight. Have the appliance examined by a qualified technician. Have the date code of your 7000 series gas valve ready when you contact Robertshaw.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05073 |
| Date reported | December 22, 2004 |
| Date initiated | December 22, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 425,000 gas control valves |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Free repair or replacement if necessary. If you smell gas near the appliance or in the building, immediately leave the area and c…
- Check the recall number (05073) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The 7000 Series Gas Valves that are being recalled are installed in gas appliances, including residential space heaters, wall heaters, boilers, fireplaces, pool heaters, infrared heaters and furnaces, and commercial heating applications such as commercial cooking appliances, fryers, commercial water heaters, and poultry brooders. The recalled valves were manufactured between February 2003 and September 2004 and have production dates beginning with code 0306 and ending with 0436. However, not all 7000 Series valves manufactured during the indicated timeframe are being recalled. Of particular note are model numbers containing the letters "MV." Recalled gas valves include "MV" models that also include the letters "LP" and model numbers 7000AMV; 7000BMV; 7000BMV-S7CL; 7000MVLC; and 7000MVRCLC. All "MV" valves with the indicated date codes that have been converted to Liquid Propane (LP) gas use are also included in the recall. NOT included in the recall are model numbers 7010 and above; model numbers containing the letters "D" or "BV;" and model numbers containing the letters "MV", except for the ones listed above.. Recalled by Robertshaw Controls Company of Long Beach, Calif.. Units affected: About 425,000 gas control valves.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Fire hazard. If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or property damage.
What should consumers do? ▼
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. If you do not smell gas, check the pilot lights on your gas appliances. If any pilot lights are out, do not attempt to relight. Have the appliance examined by a qualified technician. Have the date code of your 7000 series gas valve ready when you contact Robertshaw.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05073.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (05073) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
Conair Recalls Over One Million Cuisinart Grill Brushes Due to Ingestion Hazard
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Montessori Busy Board Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Sta…
Lesonic Technology Co., Ltd., dba Small Fish, of China · 2026-06-25
CPSC Moderate
Bada Boom Fireworks Recalls Pyro Diablo "Diablo Rising" Fireworks Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Explosion…
· 2026-06-18
CPSC Moderate
Yamaha Recalls UMAX Bistro and Bistro Deluxe Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard
· 2026-06-11
FDA Food Critical
Butter Parsley Bagel Crisps, Item Number 18490, Net Weight: 10 lbs. Legacy Bakehouse, LLC, N8W22100 Johnson Dr., Wauk…
Legacy Bakehouse LLC · 2026-06-03
Compare this recall with Conair Recalls Over One Million Cuisinart Grill Brushes Due… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported December 22, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.