Weil-McLain Ultra Series Boilers
A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion.
About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada
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Recall Details
This recall involves Weil-McLain Ultra models 80, 105, 155 and 230 MBH gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The boilers have a serial number range between CP 6557046 and CP 6955985. Model and serial numbers are located on a bar-coded label affixed to the lower right side of the boiler, behind the removable front panel. The boilers have a Weil-McLain logo plate affixed to the front, a pewter/flat black cover and are either freestanding or wall-mounted.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boilers, turn off the gas supply to the boilers and contact Weil-McLain to schedule a free inspection and repair.
The firm has received 11 reports of manifold caps cracking. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors, plumbers and contactors nationwide from June 2012 through March 2014 for about $4,200 to $6,200.
Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.
Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.
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