StaRite and Mastertemp Pool Heaters (Pentair) – fire hazard (2021)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
StaRite and Mastertemp pool heaters
Brand
Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.C.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc., of Sanford, N.C. is recalling StaRite and Mastertemp pool heaters. The hazard is: A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Pentair Water Pool and Spa StaRite and Mastertemp pool heaters sold in various styles and models with manufacturing dates between December 22, 2020 and January 6, 2021. The manufacturing date, along with model number, can be found on the serial number sticker on the heater. Recalled Pool Heater Model Numbers HTR 250 MASTERTEMP LP HTR 250 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 300 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 400 MASTERTEMP HD HTR 400 MASTERTEMP LP HTR 400 MASTERTEMP NA HTR 400NG MASTERTMP HD ASME HTR MT 250LP SPECIAL PACKING EC HTR MT 250NA SPECIAL PACKING EC HTR MT 400LP SPECIAL PACKING EC POOL HTR 333K LP POOL HTR 333K NAT GAS POOL HTR 400K LP POOL HTR 400K NAT GAS POOL HTR HD 200K NA POOL HTR HD 333K NA
Reported concern (CPSC)
A connection in the heater can leak the combustible air-gas mixture, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Pentair Water Pool and Spa for a free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026