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CPSCRecalled Dec 27, 2011 · #12074

Navien Recalls Tankless Water Heaters Due to Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Hazard

An unstable connection can cause the water heater's vent collar to separate or detach if pressure is applied. A detached vent collar poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to the consumer.

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Description

Navien tankless hot water heaters are white with "T-Creator" and "NAVIEN" on the front. Recalled model numbers are CR-180(A), CR-210(A), CR-240(A), CC-180(A), CC-210(A) and CC-240(A) manufactured in 2008. A label on the side of the water heater lists the model number along with the manufacturing year in YYYY format.

Product details

Product
Navien Instantaneous or Tankless Water Heaters
Type
Gas Water Heaters
Manufacturer
Kyung Dong Navien Co. Ltd., South Korea
Model numbers
2008
UPCs
Sold at
Wholesale distributors to in-home installers nationwide from February 2008 through March 2009 for between $1,500 and $2,100.
Made in
South Korea

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using and check the model and manufacture year information on their Navien water heater. Consumers with recalled water heaters should immediately contact Navien to schedule a free repair. Navien will replace all Nylon 66 vent collar with PVC collars. Consumers who continue use of the water heaters while awaiting repair, should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.

View the official CPSC notice