CPSC

One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves Recalled for Burn Hazard

Picture of Recalled Valve
Picture of Recalled Valve
Picture of Recalled Valve
Picture of Recalled Valve

Hazard

The relief valve can fail to reduce pressure and avert failure or rupture of the water heater tank and associated valves, posing rupture and burn hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact Watts Regulator to schedule a free repair.

Consumer Contact

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 the firm's Web site at www.watts.com

Products

One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2006 through July 2009 for between $250 and $280. The valves were typically sold as replacement parts for large water heaters used in commercial locations or possibly large homes.