Webasto DBW 2010 Burner Tube Safety Recall #05E-015


Webasto has uncovered a potential issue with the burner tube of the
DBW 2010 coolant heater manufactured after November 2002 and prior to
February 05, 2005 where the stainless steel wall of the burner tube is
in some cases made out of material that is not within specification,
and in those cases could fail prematurely. If such a failure occurs,
the surface temperature of the exhaust tubing exiting from the heater
can increase significantly and could potentially ignite combustible
materials in or around the installation area of the heater resulting in
a fire which could cause personal injury. Occupants may notice an
increase in noise relating to such an occurrence and may observe heat
related discoloration of components of the heater's exhaust system. In
some cases the exhaust may actually glow red hot.

Please note that the burner tube is also supplied as Webasto
replacement / spare part no. 265-53A and may have been fitted into your
DBW 2010 during routine maintenance or repairs during this same time
period.

Here is a list of the serial numbers of suspect heaters manufacturered
between November 2002 and February 05, 2005. This serial number should
be clearly marked on a decal on the exterior of your heater.

#100265 through #100959
#194702
#200040 through #200775
#219442 through #219545
#228868 through #229116
#229716
#300290
#300905 through #302449
#400212 through #402002
#700000 through #704500
#705501 through #706056
#707001 through #707498
#800000 through #801300
#802002 through #802066

If you believe you are the owner of a DBW 2010 coolant heating system
that may be affected by this recall, we urge you to not use your heater
and contact Sure Marine Service at (206)784-9903 or (800)562-7797 or
contact Webasto Products Of North America at (800)432-8371 and arrange
to have the burner tube replaced.

Please note that the burner tube is also supplied as Webasto
replacement / spare part no. 265-53A and may have been fitted into your
DBW 2010 during routine maintenance or repairs during this same time
period even if your serial number is not listed above.

Please contact us at (800)562-7797 with questions concerning this
issue. If you call, please have the serial number of the heater
available.