Gas Boilers Recalled by Bosch Thermotechnology Corp.
Gas Boilers Recalled by Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Why was Gas Boilers Recalled by Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. recalled?
A problem with the boiler's ignition due to insufficient output voltage from the boiler's transformer can damage the boiler's venting. This can result in leaking flue gases, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Bosch has directly contacted consumers who purchased the recalled boilers, inspected and, if necessary, repaired the boilers. Contact: For additional information, contact 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
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Gas Boilers
- Company
- Bosch Thermotechnology Gmbh, of Germany, Bosch Thermotechnology Corp., of Londonderry, N.H.
- Quantity
- 85
- Sold at
- Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbing and heating contractors nationwide from April 2008 through February 2009 for between $12,000 and $24,000, installed.
- Recall date
- September 23, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- No incidents or injuries reported in the United States. Two incidents were reported in Germany, neither of which resulted in injury.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves the Buderus GB312 gas-fired, floor standing condensing boilers. Model numbers included in this recall are: 312/90, 312/120, 312/160, 312/200, 312/240 and 312/280. "BUDERUS GB312" is printed on the front of the boiler. The boilers are blue, approximately 60 inches high and between 39 and 55 inches wide.