The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10087·Announced 2009-12-22

Watts Regulator Recalls Water Heater Valves Due to Rupture and Burn Hazards

Watts Regulator is recalling specific temperature and pressure relief valves for large water heaters because they may fail to reduce pressure, posing rupture and burn risks.

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-harm product (rupture and burn hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Watts Regulator Co. is recalling approximately 900 one-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves. These valves are typically used in large water heaters found in commercial buildings or large homes. The affected valves bear item codes 0259844, 0259924, 0259708, 0259925, and 0259930, and have date codes ranging from 0641R through 0930R. The date code is printed after the model number "M15" on a green metal tag attached to the valve.

The recall is being issued because the relief valve can fail to reduce pressure, which may lead to the failure or rupture of the water heater tank and associated valves. This malfunction poses a rupture and burn hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The valves were sold by authorized distributors nationwide from October 2006 through July 2009 for between $250 and $280. They were typically sold as replacement parts. Consumers should immediately contact Watts Regulator to schedule a free repair. For more information, contact Watts Regulator toll-free at (888) 272-4649 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.watts.com.

The recalled product

Product
One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves
Manufacturer
Watts Regulator Co., of North Andover, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Plumbing / Water Heater Parts
Hazard
Affected units
900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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