Hayward Industries Recalls Universal Pool Heaters Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard.


What should I do?
Consumers should stop using the pool heater immediately and contact Hayward Industries to schedule a free in-home inspection and repair by a qualified technician.
What's the hazard?
During operation, the heaters can produce high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Incidents/injuries: None reported.
What's affected
400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters
Where it was sold: Pool equipment distributors, builders and service professionals nationwide from March 2026 through July 2026 for about $5,600.


