Recall 02-553, published August 15, 2002
Bradford White 75-Gallon Power Vented Gas Water Heaters
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
TW375S76E3NThe recalled water heaters are models: MIITW75T6EN12; MIITW75T6CX12; TW375S76E3N; and TW375S763X with serial number "YD" (all) through YE 1395234.
Which products are included?
The recalled water heaters are models: MIITW75T6EN12; MIITW75T6CX12; TW375S76E3N; and TW375S763X with serial number "YD" (all) through YE 1395234. The model and serial numbers are located on the heater rating plate and on the shipping carton label. The water heaters were manufactured in the United States.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The water heater may have been fitted with incorrectly made flue gas baffles. These baffles may affect fuel combustion, resulting in excessive carbon monoxide emissions, which can cause serious injuries and death.
Official remedy
Consumers who purchased one of these water heaters should immediately contact their installing contractor or call Bradford White Technical Support. Bradford White will confirm the status of the product. If involved, Bradford White will arrange for inspection (and replacement if necessary) of the flue baffle at no cost to the consumer.
- Brand
- Bradford White
- Recall published
- August 15, 2002
- Category
- HVAC & Water Heaters
- Units
- 1,220
- Sold at / sales period
- Bradford White Corporation sold these water heaters to plumbing supply wholesalers from April 2002 to May 2002.
