CPSC recall 20-046, announced December 20, 2019, covers Buderus GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers (about 170 units). The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately contact Bosch for a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-323-1943, go to www.bosch-thermotechnology.us/us/en/residential/home, or email GB125.35Recall@us.bosch.com.
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The boilers have a blue enclosure, and the GB125-35 model number is located on the data plate near the top right hand side of the boiler.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Buderus brand GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers distributed by Bosch. The boilers have a blue enclosure, and the GB125-35 model number is located on the data plate near the top right hand side of the boiler. The Buderus brand name is printed on the outside of the boiler's blue enclosure. Bosch Thermotechnology and the model number are printed on a white label on the blue enclosure.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported in the U.S.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Bosch for a free repair. Consumers who continue to use the boilers while awaiting repair should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Buderus
- Manufacturer
- Bosch Thermotechnik GmbH, of Germany
- Product type
- Boilers
- Recall number
- 20-046
- Units
- About 170
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Wholesale distributors and installed by independent contractors nationwide from June 2008 through September 2012 for about $6,000.
- Importer
- Bosch Thermotechnology Corp., of Watertown, Mass.
Recall contact information
Bosch Thermotechnology at 800-323-1943 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, via email at GB125.35Recall@us.bosch.com; or online at https://www.bosch-thermotechnology.us/us/en/residential/home/ and click on the “Knowledge” tab, then click on “Product Approvals, Certifications & Regulatory Info” for more information.
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