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HighNHTSA·24E030000·Announced 2024-03-27

Eberspacher Hydronic L-II Heaters Recalled for Excessive Exhaust Gas Release

Eberspacher is recalling Hydronic L-II heaters produced between May 2023 and January 2024 because they may release excessive exhaust gas, posing a risk of smoke poisoning or fire.

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 (excessive exhaust gas leading to smoke poisoning or fire) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Eberspaecher Climate Cntrl Syst Intl GmbH (Eberspacher) is recalling certain Hydronic L-II heaters with part numbers HL2-16/24/30/35. The affected units were produced between May 1, 2023, and January 31, 2024. The recall involves 80 units.

The defect involves burner units that may release excessive exhaust gas. This condition can result in smoke poisoning or cause a vehicle fire, increasing the risk of injury. No specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Owners are advised not to use the heaters until they have been repaired. Dealers will rework and calibrate the units to avoid excessive exhaust gas values at no charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Eberspacher customer service at 1-800-387-4800 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Eberspaecher Climate Cntrl Syst Intl
Category
Vehicle — Heating Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
80

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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