CPSC Recall in 2018: Hydrolevel Recalls Controllers for Slant/Fin Boilers Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2018.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-016

Date: October 18, 2018

Product Name: HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers

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. It is used on Slant/Fin boilers with a serial number between 1581920 and 2476166. The boiler controller 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. The serial number on the boiler is located on the rating plate located on the top cabinet panel.  

Hazard Description:

A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

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