Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 13, 2023
ECR International Recalls Gas-Fired Hot Water Residential Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to combustion flue gasses and a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York recalled This recall involves gas-fired hot water residential boilers with brand names Dunkirk, Ut… - a moderate-severity action.
ECR International Recalls Gas-Fired Hot Water Residential Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide … was recalled by Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York in July 13, 2023. Reason: The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas-fired hot water residential boil…. Verify recall #23243 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to….
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 13, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23243 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #23243) was formally reported on July 13, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,745.
The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to combustion flue gasses and a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard. 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 gas-fired hot water residential boilers and contact ECR International to arrange for a free inspection and repair in the form of a free installati… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 1,745
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves gas-fired hot water residential boilers with brand names Dunkirk, Utica Boilers, Utica Heating, Pennco, Green Mountain and Columbia and with model numbers DXL-K, MGB-K, UH15B-K, 15B-K, GMGW-K, or MCB-K respectively. The boilers are blue and/or gray in color, 32 inches tall, 13 to 27 inches wide and 26 inches deep. The model and serial numbers are located on the boiler rating plate in the front left corner of the top panel. The following models and serial numbers are included in the recall: Brand Name Boiler Model Number Serial Number Range Dunkirk DXL-K: DXL-060K DXL-095K DXL-120K DXL-150K DXL-175K DXL-205K DXL-235K Serial Number Range: 392201652s thru 402202738s 012302567s and 012302571s Utica Boilers MGB-K: MGB-060K MGB-095K MGB-120K MGB-150K MGB-175K MGB-205K MGB-235K Serial Number Range: 402200481s thru 402202693s 012302268s thru 012302566s Columbia MCB-K: MCB-060K MCB-095K MCB-120K MCB-150K MCB-175K MCB-235K Serial Number Range: 402201449s thru 402202214s Utica Heating UH15B-K: UH15B-060K UH15B-095K UH15B-120K UH15B-150K UH15B-175K UH15B-235K Serial Number Range: 392201654s thru 402202800s 012302274s thru 012303099s Pennco 15B-K: 15B-060K 15B-095K 15B-120K 15B-150K 15B-175K 15B-235K Serial Number Range: 392202597s thru 402202806s 012301918s thru 012303055s Green Mountain GMGW-K: GMGW-060K GMGW-095K GMGW-120K GMGW-150K GMGW-175K GMGW-235K Serial Number Range: 392201653s thru 402202686s 012301924s thru 012301961s
Reason for recall
The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to combustion flue gasses and a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas-fired hot water residential boilers and contact ECR International to arrange for a free inspection and repair in the form of a free installation of the inspection cover plate, if missing.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 23243 |
| Date reported | July 13, 2023 |
| Date initiated | July 13, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York |
| Affected scope | About 1,745 |
| 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 gas-fired hot water residential boilers and contact ECR International to arr…
- Check the recall number (23243) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- 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
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves gas-fired hot water residential boilers with brand names Dunkirk, Utica Boilers, Utica Heating, Pennco, Green Mountain and Columbia and with model numbers DXL-K, MGB-K, UH15B-K, 15B-K, GMGW-K, or MCB-K respectively. The boilers are blue and/or gray in color, 32 inches tall, 13 to 27 inches wide and 26 inches deep. The model and serial numbers are located on the boiler rating plate in the front left corner of the top panel. The following models and serial numbers are included in the recall: Brand Name Boiler Model Number Serial Number Range Dunkirk DXL-K: DXL-060K DXL-095K DXL-120K DXL-150K DXL-175K DXL-205K DXL-235K Serial Number Range: 392201652s thru 402202738s 012302567s and 012302571s Utica Boilers MGB-K: MGB-060K MGB-095K MGB-120K MGB-150K MGB-175K MGB-205K MGB-235K Serial Number Range: 402200481s thru 402202693s 012302268s thru 012302566s Columbia MCB-K: MCB-060K MCB-095K MCB-120K MCB-150K MCB-175K MCB-235K Serial Number Range: 402201449s thru 402202214s Utica Heating UH15B-K: UH15B-060K UH15B-095K UH15B-120K UH15B-150K UH15B-175K UH15B-235K Serial Number Range: 392201654s thru 402202800s 012302274s thru 012303099s Pennco 15B-K: 15B-060K 15B-095K 15B-120K 15B-150K 15B-175K 15B-235K Serial Number Range: 392202597s thru 402202806s 012301918s thru 012303055s Green Mountain GMGW-K: GMGW-060K GMGW-095K GMGW-120K GMGW-150K GMGW-175K GMGW-235K Serial Number Range: 392201653s thru 402202686s 012301924s thru 012301961s. Recalled by Ecr International Inc., of Utica, New York. Units affected: About 1,745.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled residential boilers can be missing the flue inspection cover plate, posing a risk of exposure to combustion flue gasses and a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gas-fired hot water residential boilers and contact ECR International to arrange for a free inspection and repair in the form of a free installation of the inspection cover plate, if missing.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 13, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23243.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (23243) 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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