The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05274·Announced 2005-09-16

Robertshaw R110 Series Gas Control Valves Recalled for Potential Gas Leak Risk

Robertshaw Controls is recalling about 178,000 R110 Series gas control valves installed on water heaters. Screws on the valves could break, causing gas leaks that pose a risk of fire or explosion.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of gas explosion and fire, which is a risk-of-harm product scenario. Per the rubric, this is classified as High (Score 3) because no injuries or illnesses have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Robertshaw Controls Co. is recalling approximately 178,000 R110 Series gas control valves installed on natural and liquid propane (LP) gas water heaters. The recalled valves were manufactured between July 25, 2005, and August 14, 2005, with production date codes 5-31 through 5-33. Not all valves with these date codes are affected. The valves were installed on water heaters from brands including American Proline, Bradford White, GE, GSW, Hotpoint, Jetglas, John Wood, Lochinvar, Premier Plus, Powerflex, Rheem, Richmond, Ruud, Vanguard, Whirlpool, and U.S. Craftmaster. Electric water heaters are not included.

The recall was issued because screws on some of the water heater valves could break. If this occurs, gas could leak from the valve, creating a risk of gas explosion and fire. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should check the manufacturer's label on their water heater for the model and serial numbers to determine if they have an affected unit. Water heaters sold or serviced prior to July 25, 2005, are not affected. Consumers can visit the Robertshaw recall archive website or call (800) 232-9389 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, for assistance. Robertshaw will arrange for a free repair or replacement if necessary. If gas is smelled near the appliance or in the building, consumers should immediately leave the area and call their gas company or a certified gas technician.

The recalled product

Product
Robertshaw R110 Series Gas Control Valves
Manufacturer
Robertshaw Controls Co., of Long Beach, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Water Heater Components
Hazard
Affected units
178,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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