CPSC recall 09141
Ritchie Immersion Heaters
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Ritchie Immersion Heaters by Springfield Wire Swi, citing the outer cover of the immersion heater can crack and expose the heating element to water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09141 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2009-03-04 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Springfield Wire Swi |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Ritchie Immersion Heaters | This recall involves the Ritchie Immersion Heaters with model numbers 17863 (120v/250w), 17939 (240v/250w or 240v/325w), and 17940 (240v/325w). The immersion heater is designed to be submerged in a cattle trough to keep the water from freezing. The model number along with "SWI" is printed on one side of the heating element and a sticker reading "Ritchie Specialty Products" is found on the other side.
Reason
The outer cover of the immersion heater can crack and expose the heating element to water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Ritchie-Immersion-Heaters-Recalled-By-Springfield-Wire-Due-to-Shock-Hazard
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