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CPSC recall · Reported June 30, 2022

Laars Heating Systems Company Recalls Residential Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), into consumers' homes, posing a risk of carbon mo…

Recall #
22176
Affected scope
About 545 (In addition, about 26 were sold in Canada)
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Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire recalled This recall involves residential atmospheric gas-fired boilers manufactured from January ….

Laars Heating Systems Company Recalls Residential Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard was recalled by Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire in June 30, 2022. Reason: The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including c…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Laars Heating Systems Company to arrange to have a c…. Verify recall #22176 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire issued this CPSC recall-The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including c….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22176 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.

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Product description

This recall involves residential atmospheric gas-fired boilers manufactured from January 28, 2021 through January 12, 2022 and sold under the Laars Mini-Therm JX and Bradford White Brute Mini brand names. The following models and serial numbers are included and can be found on the boiler rating plate located on the on the right side of the boiler. Model Serial Number Range JX050 or BJX050 (Laars Mini-Therm JX) V21306297 through V22311517 JX075 or BJX075 (Bradford White Brute Mini) V21306262 through V21311453

Reason for recall

The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), into consumers' homes, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately contact Laars Heating Systems Company to arrange to have a certified technician install repairs at no cost to the consumer. Consumers who continue use of the boiler while awaiting repair should have working carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the home and outside of sleeping areas. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 22176
Date reported June 30, 2022
Date initiated June 30, 2022
Recalling firm Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire
Affected scope About 545 (In addition, about 26 were sold in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 contact Laars Heating Systems Company to arrange to have a certified technician install repairs at n…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves residential atmospheric gas-fired boilers manufactured from January 28, 2021 through January 12, 2022 and sold under the Laars Mini-Therm JX and Bradford White Brute Mini brand names. The following models and serial numbers are included and can be found on the boiler rating plate located on the on the right side of the boiler. Model Serial Number Range JX050 or BJX050 (Laars Mini-Therm JX) V21306297 through V22311517 JX075 or BJX075 (Bradford White Brute Mini) V21306262 through V21311453. Recalled by Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire. Units affected: About 545 (In addition, about 26 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), into consumers' homes, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact Laars Heating Systems Company to arrange to have a certified technician install repairs at no cost to the consumer. Consumers who continue use of the boiler while awaiting repair should have working carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the home and outside of sleeping areas. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 30, 2022. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 22176.
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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