CPSC2010-08-09
Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Boiler Survey Kits Due to Fire Hazard
Nefit B.V. Inc., of the Netherlands
Hazard
The use of a silver-colored gas pipe adapter included in the service kit can lead to gas leakage, posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers with boilers listed above that were serviced after February 1, 2010, should immediately contact the service provider to determine if the kit was installed in their boilers. If it was, consumers should arrange with the service provider for an immediate free inspection and repair. Contractors and distributors who received kits from Bosch are directly contacting consumers who have boilers with the recalled kits installed.
Sold at
Distributed to plumbing and heating contractors and equipment distributors nationwide from February 2010 through May 2010 for free.
Affected count
About 1,500
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
The Netherlands
Products
Service kit for gas-fired boiler
Consumer contact
For more information, call Bosch Thermotechnology at (800) 283-3787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.buderus.net
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Bosch-Thermotechnology-Recalls-Boiler-Survey-Kits-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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