Showerhead Hot Water Heaters
Class I - Dangerous 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: December 2, 2003 Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico Electronics
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (17,400)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Sintex of Brazil, distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean, of Bayamon, Puerto Rico
- Reason for Recall:
- The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads, in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(17,400)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 04044