CPSC recall · Reported April 28, 2021
Pool Heaters Recalled by Pentair Water Pool and Spa Due to Fire Hazard
A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard.
Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.c. recalled This recall involves Pentair Water Pool and Spa StaRite and Mastertemp pool heaters sold ….
Pool Heaters Recalled by Pentair Water Pool and Spa Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.c. in April 28, 2021. Reason: A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Pentair Water Po…. Verify recall #21119 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.c. issued this CPSC recall-A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- April 28, 2021
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21119 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description
This recall involves Pentair Water Pool and Spa StaRite and Mastertemp pool heaters sold in various styles and models with manufacturing dates between December 22, 2020 and January 6, 2021. The manufacturing date, along with model number, can be found on the serial number sticker on the heater. Recalled Pool Heater Model Numbers HTR 250 MASTERTEMP LP HTR 250 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 300 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 400 MASTERTEMP HD HTR 400 MASTERTEMP LP HTR 400 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 400NG MASTERTMP HD ASME HTR MT 250LP SPECIAL PACKING EC HTR MT 250NA SPECIAL PACKING EC HTR MT 400LP SPECIAL PACKING EC POOL HTR 333K LP POOL HTR 333K NAT GAS POOL HTR 400K LP POOL HTR 400K NAT GAS POOL HTR HD 200K NA POOL HTR HD 333K NA
Reason for recall
A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Pentair Water Pool and Spa for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21119 |
| Date reported | April 28, 2021 |
| Date initiated | April 28, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.c. |
| Affected scope | About 4,700 (In addition, about 21 were sold in Canada) |
| 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 should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Pentair Water Pool and Spa for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (21119) 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.
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