CPSC recall 09-002, announced October 2, 2008, covers Vitodens 200 Boilers (about 4,600 units). The boiler can leak gas, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the boilers immediately weather permitting and contact their certified heating contractor or Viessmann for a free replacement of the boiler's O-ring. Recall contact: call (888) 414-9157, go to www.viessmann-us.com, or email o-ring@viessmann.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model number is located on the silver rating plate on the side of the boiler.
Which products are included?
The recall involves the Vitodens 200 boiler. The gas-fired boilers are white, wall-mounted and have "Viessmann" and "Vitodens 200" printed on the exterior in silver letters. The model and serial numbers included in the recall are listed below. The model number is located on the silver rating plate on the side of the boiler. Contact your certified HVAC contractor to open the boiler and locate the serial number on a white label on the side of the boiler, or under the bottom support panel. Vitodens 100 boilers are not included in this recall. Model Number Serial Number WB2 6-24C 7167063xxxxxxxxx or 7170317xxxxxxxxx WB2 6-24 7167064xxxxxxxxx or 7170318xxxxxxxxx WB2 8-32 7167065xxxxxxxxx or 7170319xxxxxxxxx WB2 11-44 7167066xxxxxxxxx or 7188578xxxxxxxxx WB2 15-60 7167067xxxxxxxxx or 7188577xxxxxxxxx Additional Information If the serial number's 8th digit (listed in red) is a 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6, the boiler is included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The boiler can leak gas, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the boilers immediately weather permitting and contact their certified heating contractor or Viessmann for a free replacement of the boiler's O-ring.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vitodens
- Manufacturer
- Viessmann Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Canada
- Product type
- Boilers
- Recall number
- 09-002
- Units
- About 4,600
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Plumbing and heating contractors nationwide from January 2002 through December 2007 for between $4,000 and $7,500.
Vitodens 200 Boilers
CPSC product type: Boilers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Viessmann U.S. toll-free at (888) 414-9157, visit the firm's Web site at www.viessmann-us.com, or email the firm at o-ring@viessmann.com
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