On Oct. 16, 2025 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning to consumers to immediately cease using VST Tankless Water Heaters.
Due to a current malfunction in the exhaust duct, gas may escape into the home from the product. This may lead to a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard, and could result in serious injury or death.
There are currently 33 reports of cracked exhaust ducts allowing exhaust fumes to leak out.
Are VST Gas-Fired Tankless Water Heaters Recalled?
Yes. VESTA.DS, Inc., of Ontario, California has announced a product safety recall.
This recall involves VST-brand residential wall-mounted gas boilers, 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-19
- VTS-150, VTS-199
- VTP-150
- VTP-199
The white label on the side of the boiler has the model number bolded, near the top of the label. The boilers 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.
This product was sold at Plumbing supply stores nationwide from May 2017 through July 2025 for between $480 and $1,340.
Related Content: Other Recent Lawsuits and Recalls.
The lawyers at Johnson//Becker are currently representing a number of consumers who were injured by defective products. Below is a list of other potentially dangerous household items.
- Cadet Apex72 Electric Heater – Sept.12,2024
- Trane and American Standard Gas/Electric Packaged Units – July 3, 2025
- Atomi Smart Heaters – July 11, 2024
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