# Laars Heating Systems Recalls Gas Boilers and Water Heaters Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2007-03-19 · 07535 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 07535
- **Date:** 2007-03-19
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Laars 9600 CB Condensing Boilers & 9600 HWG Condensing Water Heaters

## Hazards

Internal black plastic venting components in the gas boilers and water heaters can crack and leak flue gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), posing a risk of CO poisoning.

## Manufacturer(s)

Laars Heating Systems Co., of Rochester, N.H.

## Retailer(s)

Plumbing and heating wholesalers and representatives nationwide from November 1998 through February 2007 for between $6,500 and $7,300.

## Country of manufacture

United States

## Description

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

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Laars-Heating-Systems-Recalls-Gas-Boilers-and-Water-Heaters-Due-to-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning-Hazard)
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