Weil-McLain Recalls Ultra Series Boilers Due to Risk of Fire, Explosion

Manufacturer: Weil-McLain

Product: Weil-McLain Ultra models 80, 105, 155 and 230 MBH Ultra Series Boilers

Hazard: A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion.

Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of manifold caps cracking. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Description: 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.

Remedy: Repair

Sold At: Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors, plumbers and contactors nationwide from June 2012 through March 2014 for about $4,200 to $6,200.

Units: About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada

Consumer Contact: Weil-McLain toll-free at (888) 770-7139 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.weil-mclain.com and click on “Product Safety Recalls” for more information.

Company Website: www.weil-mclain.com

CPSC Recall Notice: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Weil-McLain-Recalls-Ultra-Series-Boilers/