Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Recall 20046 · Dec 20, 2019 · Bosch Thermotechnology
170
units affected
170
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20046
- Date
- Dec 20, 2019
- Company
- Bosch Thermotechnology
- Units affected
- 170
- Product
- Buderus GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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.
What can happen
The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported in the U.S.
- Sold at
- Wholesale distributors and installed by independent contractors nationwide from June 2008 through September 2012 for about $6,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled buderus gb125-35 oil-condensing boilers?
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.
What is the hazard?
The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.