Delta Faucet Co. Recalls Bathtub and Shower Temperature Control Valves Due to Scald Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-10-25). Hazards: burn. About 105,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07505 |
| Published | 2006-10-25 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Hot Water Valves (Residential Heating) |
| Products | Universal MultiChoice Valves (used in bathtubs and showers) |
| Firm named in the title | Delta Faucet Co. |
| Firms | Delta Faucet Co., of Indianapolis, Ind. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 105,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Trade facets | plumbing water heating |
| Sold | Commercial plumbers and building subcontractors nationwide from March 2006 to May 2006 and in Indiana and Ohio from October 2005 to May 2006. Plumbing packages containing the valve cartridges sold for between $80 and $200 and separate replacement valve cartridges were sold for about $30. |
Description
The Universal Multichoice Valves were sold under the Delta brand name. The valves are used in bathtubs and showers to regulate the temperature of the water flow. The valves are located inside the shower or bathtub water control knobs.
Hazard
The device in the valve that limits the amount of hot water that can flow from the shower head or bathtub spout can disengage after being manually set, causing consumers to come in contact with water that is hotter than expected. This poses a risk of scalding injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should exercise caution when adjusting the temperature on faucets with these valves as water may come out hotter than expected. Delta is contacting consumers with the recalled valves to provide them with a free upgrade kit. Consumers should always test the water temperature before entering a tub or shower. Contact Delta Faucet if you do not receive an upgrade kit.
Incidents and injuries
Delta Faucet has six reports of incidents with the valve. No injuries have been reported.
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