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Laars Heating Systems Recalls Gas Boilers and Water Heaters Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

Recall 07-535 · March 19, 2007 · Laars Heating Systems

What to doConsumers should contact Laars Heating Systems to help determine if their boiler or water heater needs to be shut off immediately and to schedule a free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
07-535 (CPSC)
Recall date
March 19, 2007
Brand
Laars Heating Systems
Category
Heaters, fans and air conditioners
Products
Laars 9600 CB Condensing Boilers & 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters
Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 2,100
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves Laars 9600 CB Condensing Heating Boilers and Laars 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters with black vent pipe/tubing. The recalled boilers are used to generate hot water for heating systems including baseboards or radiant flooring. The recalled water heaters generate hot water for use in homes, such as showers, sinks and dishwashers. "Mark II" and "9600 CB" or "9600 HWG" are printed on the front of the boilers and water heaters. The model number and BTU size are printed on the right side of the unit. The recalled boiler and water heater exteriors are putty and black-colored or taupe and black-colored. Only the following models are included in this recall. Model Input (Btu/h) Gas Boilers: CB 150 150,000 CB 175 175,000 CB 200 200,000 Water Heaters: HWG 150 150,000 HWG 175 175,000 HWG 200 200,000

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Laars 9600 CB Condensing Boilers & 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters · About 2,100 units

Photos from the recall notice

Front of Recalled Unit
Front of Recalled Unit
Side of Recalled Unit
Side of Recalled Unit
Vent Pipe/Tubing
Vent Pipe/Tubing

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Plumbing and heating wholesalers and representatives nationwide from November 1998 through February 2007 for between $6,500 and $7,300.; Laars Heating Systems Co., of Rochester, N.H..

Injuries or incidents reported

Laars has received three reports of cracked vent components. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Contact Laars Service Department at (800) 900-9276, Extension 4, between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Laars.com

Recall history and context

Laars Heating Systems appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 75 recalls in the heaters, fans and air conditioners category, 17 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Laars 9600 CB Condensing Boilers & 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters (About 2,100 units). This recall involves Laars 9600 CB Condensing Heating Boilers and Laars 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters with black vent pipe/tubing.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should contact Laars Heating Systems to help determine if their boiler or water heater needs to be shut off immediately and to schedule a free repair.

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