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CPSCRecalled Jun 30, 2022 · #22176

Laars Heating Systems Company Recalls Residential Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Hazard

The blocked vent temperature switch (BVTS) can malfunction, which can cause the release of gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), into consumers' homes, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Description

This recall involves residential atmospheric gas-fired boilers manufactured from January 28, 2021 through January 12, 2022 and sold under the Laars Mini-Therm JX and Bradford White Brute Mini brand names. The following models and serial numbers are included and can be found on the boiler rating plate located on the on the right side of the boiler. Model Serial Number Range JX050 or BJX050 (Laars Mini-Therm JX) V21306297 through V22311517 JX075 or BJX075 (Bradford White Brute Mini) V21306262 through V21311453

Product details

Product
Residential atmospheric gas-fired boilers
Type
Manufacturer
Laars Heating Systems Company, of Rochester, New Hampshire
Model numbers
JX050, BJX050, V21306297, V22311517, JX075, BJX075, V21306262, V21311453
UPCs
Sold at
Independent contractors, plumbers, and plumbing supply distributors nationwide from January 2021 through January 2022 for between $6,000 and $8,000, including installation.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately contact Laars Heating Systems Company to arrange to have a certified technician install repairs at no cost to the consumer. Consumers who continue use of the boiler while awaiting repair should have working carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the home and outside of sleeping areas. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.

View the official CPSC notice