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CPSC recall · Reported February 11, 2005

CPSC, American Standard Companies Announce Recall of Gas-Electric Heating/Cooling Units

A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of gas in the burner compartment of the unit could occur, which could be …

Recall #
05104
Affected scope
About 18,200
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Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas recalled The recalled units include 2- through 5-ton Trane and American Standard heating and air c… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, American Standard Companies Announce Recall of Gas-Electric Heating/Cooling Units was recalled by Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas in February 11, 2005. Reason: A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of …. Remedy: Consumers with recalled units are being contacted by the independent dealers that install…. Verify recall #05104 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of ….

Moderate
severity level
February 11, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05104 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05104) was formally reported on February 11, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 18,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of gas in the burner compartment of the unit could occur, which could be ignited by an internal spark. 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: Consumers with recalled units are being contacted by the independent dealers that installed them. Consumers who think they have recalled units and have not yet been contacted, should call their insta… - 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, 6 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 18,200

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled units include 2- through 5-ton Trane and American Standard heating and air conditioning packaged units. Affected units are combination gas heat and air conditioning systems installed outdoors only. Gas furnaces installed indoors are not included in this recall. The units have identification plates displaying the model number; serial number; and the year, month and day of manufacture. The plate is located on one end of the unit. The first four digits of all serial numbers indicate the year, fiscal week and day of manufacture. The recall includes: - All units with model numbers beginning with YCP or YCX and having serial numbers beginning with 3383 through 4475; - All units with model number beginning with YCY or YCZ and having serial numbers beginning with 4282 through 4475.

Reason for recall

A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of gas in the burner compartment of the unit could occur, which could be ignited by an internal spark.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers with recalled units are being contacted by the independent dealers that installed them. Consumers who think they have recalled units and have not yet been contacted, should call their installer for more information. Using their model and serial numbers, consumers also can visit the firms' Web sites to confirm if their unit is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units should contact their installer to arrange for a free inspection.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05104
Date reported February 11, 2005
Date initiated February 11, 2005
Recalling firm Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas
Affected scope About 18,200
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

Consumers with recalled units are being contacted by the independent dealers that installed them. Consumers who think they have r…

  • Check the recall number (05104) 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 recalled units include 2- through 5-ton Trane and American Standard heating and air conditioning packaged units. Affected units are combination gas heat and air conditioning systems installed outdoors only. Gas furnaces installed indoors are not included in this recall. The units have identification plates displaying the model number; serial number; and the year, month and day of manufacture. The plate is located on one end of the unit. The first four digits of all serial numbers indicate the year, fiscal week and day of manufacture. The recall includes: - All units with model numbers beginning with YCP or YCX and having serial numbers beginning with 3383 through 4475; - All units with model number beginning with YCY or YCZ and having serial numbers beginning with 4282 through 4475.. Recalled by Trane and American Standard, divisions of American Standard Inc., of Tyler, Texas. Units affected: About 18,200.
Why was this product recalled?
A gas leak can occur if there is a crack in the gas valve body near the inlet pipe connection. A build-up of gas in the burner compartment of the unit could occur, which could be ignited by an internal spark.
What should consumers do?
Consumers with recalled units are being contacted by the independent dealers that installed them. Consumers who think they have recalled units and have not yet been contacted, should call their installer for more information. Using their model and serial numbers, consumers also can visit the firms' Web sites to confirm if their unit is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units should contact their installer to arrange for a free inspection.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 11, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05104.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05104) 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.

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