VST gas-fired tankless water heaters
CPSC Recall #26-026 — October 16, 2025
Product
VST gas-fired tankless water heaters
Description
This recall involves VST-brand residential wall-mounted gas water heater, Series VT, VR, and VR Plus, with model numbers VRS-150, VRS-199, VRP-150, VRP-199, VRS Plus-150, VRS Plus-199, VRP Plus-150, VRP Plus-199, VTS-150, VTS-199, VTP-150, and VTP-199. The white label on the side of the water heater has the model number bolded, near the top of the label. The water heaters are metal, rectangular units and have either VST printed in white on the control panel near the bottom, or VESTA.DS.Inc. printed in gray near the top of the panel.
Hazard
The exhaust duct can crack, allowing gases to escape inside of the home, posing a carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning hazard that can result in death or serious injury.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 33 reports of cracked exhaust ducts allowing exhaust fumes to leak out. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact VESTA.DS to have a certified technician install the free repair. Consumers who must continue using the water heater while awaiting repair should have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their homes.
Units Affected
About 36,700 (In addition, about 3,500 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Plumbing supply stores nationwide from May 2017 through July 2025 for between $480 and $1,340.
Importer
VESTA.DS, Inc., of Ontario, California
Manufactured In
Korea