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Wall-Mounted Radiators Recalled by Rettig Belgium Due to Crush Hazard; Child's Death Reported

U.S. CPSCFallsMar 5, 2009
Radson Faro V21 Radiator
Radson Faro V21 Radiator
Radson Vertical Radiator
Radson Vertical Radiator
Radson Kos V21 Radiator
Radson Kos V21 Radiator

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Hazard

The radiator can come loose from the wall, and fall on people near it.

Remedy

Consumers should avoid standing or sitting near the recalled radiators and contact their plumbing or heating supplier or Rettig for a free replacement suspension system.

Incidents & injuries

None reported in the U.S. There have been 52 incidents reported outside the U.S., including one that involved the death of a child in Belgium.

Product description

The recalled radiators are used to heat a home and are mounted vertically to the wall. The recall involves the Radson Vertical 20 and 21, Radson Kos V21, and Radson Faro V21.

Sold on

Plumbing and heating supply companies from October 2007 through January 2008 for between $300 and $700.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Rettig at (866) 963-1477 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.radson-replacementaction.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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