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CPSC recall · Reported June 10, 2014

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

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

Recall #
14203
Affected scope
About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada
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Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind. recalled This recall involves Weil-McLain Ultra models 80, 105, 155 and 230 MBH gas-fired boilers … - a moderate-severity action.

Weil-McLain Recalls Ultra Series Boilers Due to Risk of Fire, Explosion was recalled by Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind. in June 10, 2014. Reason: A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boilers, turn off the gas supply to …. Verify recall #14203 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion..

Moderate
severity level
June 10, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14203 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14203) was formally reported on June 10, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada.

The documented reason for this recall is: A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

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

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product 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.

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 14203
Date reported June 10, 2014
Date initiated June 10, 2014
Recalling firm Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.
Affected scope About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boilers, turn off the gas supply to the boilers and contact Weil-McLain to s…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.. Units affected: About 7,900 in the United States and 540 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
A cap on the boiler's manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 10, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14203.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14203) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 10, 2014. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.