CPSC Recall in 2014: White-Rodgers Recalls Home Heating and Cooling Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-166

Date: April 30, 2014

Product Name: Home Heating and Cooling Thermostats

Recall Description:

The alkaline batteries used in the digital thermostat can leak onto the circuit board.

Hazard Description:

The alkaline batteries used in the thermostat can leak onto the circuit board posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair, Replace

Units: About 740,000 in the United States and 403,000 in Canada

Incidents:

The firm has received seven reports of burn damage to the thermostat, including two involving minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment manufacturers and distributors and at hardware retailers nationwide from January 2006 through December 2013 for about $30 to $70.

Manufactured In:

China