Hydrolevel Recalls Controllers for Slant/Fin Boilers Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #19016
Recall Date
2018-10-18
Manufacturer
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Units Affected
About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers
Hazard
A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.
Reported Injuries
Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold At
Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall involves the Hydrolevel HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller which is a black rectangular control unit for residential Slant/Fin VSPH boilers. The unit has six small LED lights and the word 'Hydrostat' on the front. The controller says HydroStat on the front and HydroStat Model 3000 on the back.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28