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

Recall 26-777 · September 17, 2026 · Hayward

What to doConsumers should stop using the pool heater immediately and contact Hayward Industries to schedule a free in-home inspection and repair by a qualified technician.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
26-777 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 17, 2026
Brand
Hayward
Category
Heaters, fans and air conditioners
Products
400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters
Hazard
Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard.
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 4,600
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
September 17, 2026

What was recalled

This recall involves Hayward-branded HDFS400 Universal-HC Series pool heaters. The 400,000 BTU dual-fuel gas heaters are brown with black atop and measure 21 inches long, 28 inches wide and 31 inches high. The pool heaters have a digital display control panel at the top and a molded base with integrated tie-down connections. The heater's name plate is below the vent with the word "Hayward" appearing at the bottom of the name plate and the model number "HDFS400" appears at the top of the name plate.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • 400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters · About 4,600 units

Photos from the recall notice

Location of Name Plate
Location of Name Plate
Recalled Hayward Universal-HC Series Pool Heater
Recalled Hayward Universal-HC Series Pool Heater

Where it was sold

Pool equipment distributors, builders and service professionals nationwide from March 2026 through July 2026 for about $5,600.

Companies named in the notice: Hayward Industries, Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Consumer contact

Hayward Industries toll-free at 855-500-5288 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at HeaterInquiry@Hayward.com, online at https://www.hayward.com/productrecall or https://www.hayward.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

Recall history and context

Hayward appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 75 recalls in the heaters, fans and air conditioners category, 17 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

400,000 BTU Universal-HC Series Pool Heaters (About 4,600 units). This recall involves Hayward-branded HDFS400 Universal-HC Series pool heaters.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard..

What should I do if I own one?

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.

Where was it sold?

Pool equipment distributors, builders and service professionals nationwide from March 2026 through July 2026 for about $5,600.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 17, 2026. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.