# CPSC, Robertshaw Controls Co. Announce Recall of Gas Control Valves on Water Heaters
> **CPSC recall** · 2005-09-16 · 05274 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 05274
- **Date:** 2005-09-16
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Robertshaw R110 Series Gas Control Valves

## Hazards

Screws on some water heater valves could break. If this happens, gas could leak from the valve, which poses a risk of gas explosion and fire.

## Manufacturer(s)

Robertshaw Controls Co., of Long Beach, Calif.

## Retailer(s)

Installed on water heaters by gas appliance distributors and retailers, including Home Depot and Lowe's, as well as plumbers and plumbing/heating equipment suppliers. The gas valves also were sold separately through gas appliance service providers. Water heaters sold or serviced prior to July 25, 2005 are not affected.

## Country of manufacture

Mexico

## Description

The R110 Gas Control Valves being recalled are installed on natural and liquid propane (LP) gas water heaters. The recalled valves were manufactured between July 25, 2005 and August 14, 2005 with production date codes 5-31 through and including 5-33, although not all valves with these date codes are affected. The recalled valves were installed on the following water heater brands: American Proline, Bradford White, GE, GSW, Hotpoint, Jetglas, John Wood, Lochinvar, Premier Plus, Powerflex, Rheem, Richmond, Ruud, Vanguard, Whirlpool, and U.S. Craftmaster. The model and serial number can be found on the manufacturer's label on the water heater. Electric water heaters are not included.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Robertshaw-Controls-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Gas-Control-Valves-on-Water-Heaters-)
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