Crown Boiler is recalling about 2,200 CWD series cast iron hot water boilers because the air pressure switch can fail. If the vent system becomes blocked, the boiler may continue to run and emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide into the home. These red and gray boilers were sold nationwide at plumbing and heating distributors between May 2005 and July 2013 for between $4,000 and $6,700. No injuries have been reported, but consumers should schedule a free repair immediately.
A faulty air pressure switch prevents the boiler from automatically shutting down if the vent system is blocked. This allows odorless, colorless, and toxic carbon monoxide gas to build up inside the home, posing a serious risk of poisoning or death.
Consumers with recalled boilers should immediately contact the installer or distributor from whom they purchased the boiler or Crown Boiler to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers who continue using the boilers while awaiting repair, should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.
Recalled CWD series natural gas and liquid petroleum hot water boilers were manufactured between May 2005 and July 2013.
The model number and the manufacturing date are located on a white rating label located on the upper right side of the boiler.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response