CPSC Recall in 2016: Rheem Recalls to Repair Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-177

Date: May 26, 2016

Product Name: Rheem electric water heaters

Recall Description:

The control panel on the Performance Platinum water heaters can overheat.

Hazard Description:

The control panel on the water heaters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 54,000

Incidents:

The firm has received 296 reports of control panels overheating, including one report of a fire which resulted in $5,800 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

The Home Depot stores nationwide and online from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $450 and $720.  

Manufactured In:

U.S. and Mexico