Rinnai Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces – Carbon Monoxide Danger (2008)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556
Brand
Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga.
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
Rinnai America Corp., of Peachtree City, Ga. is recalling Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. The hazard is: A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.. 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
The recall involves Rinnai EnergySaver Direct-Vent Wall Furnaces, Models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556. They are either natural gas or LP gas (propane) fueled. The following model numbers are included in the recall: Model RHFE-431 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P WTA-72B-N WTA-76B-N Model RHFE-556 FAIII-N FAIII-P WTA-N WTA-P The model number is printed on the top of the rating plate located on the right side of the unit. The recall includes only those units manufactured from February 2000 through December 2007. The manufacturing date code is the first four digits of the serial number, written as YY MM, and is located at the bottom of the rating plate.
Reported concern (CPSC)
A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the furnace immediately and contact the firm to arrange for the installation of a free repair kit.
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 6, 2026