CPSC recall 09-752, announced July 9, 2009, covers Gas-Fired Wall-Hung Boilers (about 90 units). An electrical connector can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled boilers immediately and contact their certified heating contractors or Bosch Thermotechnology for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 283-3787, or go to www.buderus.net.
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 black control drawer in the bottom center of the front of the boiler is marked "Buderus GB 142." Boilers with a green sticker inside the control drawer are not included.
Which products are included?
The recalled Buderus GB142 is a gas-fired, wall-hung boiler. The boilers are white and designed to be mounted on walls. The black control drawer in the bottom center of the front of the boiler is marked "Buderus GB 142." Boilers with a green sticker inside the control drawer are not included. The model numbers included in the recall are 142/24, 142/30, 142/45 and 142/60. Only models with date codes of 7246 through 7256 are included in the recall. The model number and date code are located on a label on the bottom left side of the boiler.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An electrical connector can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled boilers immediately and contact their certified heating contractors or Bosch Thermotechnology for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gas-Fired Wall-Hung
- Manufacturer
- Nefit B.V. Inc., of the Netherlands
- Product type
- Boilers
- Recall number
- 09-752
- Units
- About 90
- Manufactured in
- Netherlands
- Sold at / sales period
- Wholesale distributors to plumbing and heating contractors nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for between $5,000 and $7,500.
- Importer
- Bosch Thermotechnology, of Londonderry, N.H.
Gas-Fired Wall-Hung Boilers
CPSC product type: Boilers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional 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 Web site at www.buderus.net
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