Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers recall 08-566

Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers

Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers from Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas on May 6, 2008. CPSC identifies this 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. The official remedy states: Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary.

What to check on the product label

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix. A similar-looking product may not be included in this recall.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

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.

Why it was recalled

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.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

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

Product and sales details

Brand: Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas
Manufacturer: Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.
Recall number: 08-566
Units: About 32,000
Manufactured in: United States
Sold at / sales period: Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from October 2001 through December 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,700.