CPSC, Seismic Safety Products Inc. Announce Recall of Gas Shut-Off Valves

The recalled Northridge 2000 Earthquake Valves are about 3-1/2 inches wide by 2-1/2 inches high by 2 inches deep. The valves' bodies are made of aluminum and are coated with a blue color. The recalled valves have a white reset knob in the front that reads, "Northridge 2000 Valve" and a white label on the back that reads, in part, "Models M75 [or M100], ASCE 25-97, RR#5370, CSA-OSA, 2 PSI Max Gas Flow." These valves were manufactured in the United States.. Recalled by Seismic Safety Products Inc., a subsidiary of Pacific Aerospace & Electronics Inc., both of Wenatchee, Wash.. Units affected: Approximately 600.

These gas valves could stick in the open position, allowing gas to flow freely, which poses a risk of serious injury to consumers, from fire and explosion during an earthquake.

Consumers should contact Seismic Safety Products immediately to have their shut-off valve replaced free of charge.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 16, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02163.