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CPSC recall · Reported November 20, 2008

Watts Water Technologies Recalls Rotor and Shaft Assemblies Due to Fire Hazard

If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a f…

Recall #
09710
Affected scope
About 15
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Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass. recalled The Rotor and Shaft Assembly was sold separately or as part of the model F10-13 Float Pil… - a moderate-severity action.

Watts Water Technologies Recalls Rotor and Shaft Assemblies Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass. in November 20, 2008. Reason: If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient wate…. Remedy: Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were…. Verify recall #09710 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient wate….

Moderate
severity level
November 20, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09710 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09710) was formally reported on November 20, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 15.

The documented reason for this recall is: If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers. 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: Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were contacted directly and the affected units were replaced. - 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

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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 15

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The Rotor and Shaft Assembly was sold separately or as part of the model F10-13 Float Pilot. These components are used in certain fire suppression systems and domestic water supply applications.

Reason for recall

If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were contacted directly and the affected units were replaced.

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 09710
Date reported November 20, 2008
Date initiated November 20, 2008
Recalling firm Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass.
Affected scope About 15
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

Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were contacted directly and the affected uni…

  • Check the recall number (09710) 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 Rotor and Shaft Assembly was sold separately or as part of the model F10-13 Float Pilot. These components are used in certain fire suppression systems and domestic water supply applications.. Recalled by Watts Water Technologies Inc., of North Andover, Mass.. Units affected: About 15.
Why was this product recalled?
If the assembly was installed in a fire suppression system and remained in a closed position, sufficient water might not have been available in the event of a fire. This posed a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Distributors, contractors and consumers with the recalled rotor and shaft assemblies were contacted directly and the affected units were replaced.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 20, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09710.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09710) 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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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 November 20, 2008. 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.