CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02163
Northridge 2000 Earthquake Valves
Published September 16, 2025 · Recall initiated: May 16, 2002
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
Consumers should contact Seismic Safety Products immediately to have their shut-off valve replaced free of charge.
Recall details
- Brand
- Seismic Safety Products Inc., a subsidiary of Pacific Aerospace & Electronics Inc., both of Wenatchee, Wash.
- Manufacturer
- Seismic Safety Products Inc., a subsidiary of Pacific Aerospace & Electronics Inc., both of Wenatchee, Wash.
- Distributor
- Seismic Safety Products sold the valves to plumbers in the Olympia, Tacoma, and Seattle, Wash. areas, from February 2001 through April 2001, for between $200 and $300.
- Country
- US
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