Relief Plugs Used on Nitrous Oxide Systems and HVAC Service Tools
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: August 3, 2007 Rehvac Manufacturing Co., of San Antonio, Texas Home & Garden
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 4,700)
- 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.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Rehvac Manufacturing Co., of San Antonio, Texas
- Reason for Recall:
- The safety relief plug can allow pressure to build in the cylinder of an HVAC pressure testing tool or Nitrous Oxide system. If the cylinder is overfilled and overheated, it can burst, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The safety relief plug can allow pressure to build in the cylinder of an HVAC pressure testing tool or Nitrous Oxide system. If the cylinder is overfilled and overheated, it can burst, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the cylinders that contain the recalled plugs and place them in a cool location. Consumers should contact Rehvac for a free replacement plug.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves the 3000-PSI safety plugs used in the cylinders of Nitrous Oxide systems and in HVAC pressure testing tools. The Nitrous Oxide systems are used as gas boosters for motor vehicles. The plugs are nickel-plated. The number "3000" is stamped on the face of the plug.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 4,700)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 07263