Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Recalled May 6, 2008 · CPSC recall 08566 · Weil-McLain

Hazard

If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.

Remedy

Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary.

Units

About 32,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recall involves cast iron, gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall: Model Name Serial Numbers CGs-3, CGs-4, CGs-5, CGs-6 From CP 5071501 through CP 5694976 CGi-3, CGi-5, CGi-6 Series 2 From CP 4134351 through CP 5698635 The model name and serial number are located on separate labels on the outside of the left panel.

What to do

Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary.

Contact

For more information, contact Weil-McLain toll-free at (866) 783-9276 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.weil-mclain.com

Product

Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers

Manufacturer(s)

Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.

Retailers

Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from October 2001 through December 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,700.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →