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Product recall · CPSCNovember 8, 2018Serious
A. O. Smith 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.
Who to contact: A. O. Smith toll-free at 866-854-2793 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday or online at www.waterheaterrecall.com and click on the “check my serial number” link associated with this recall for more information.
The product
This recall includes A. O. Smith 30-gallon natural gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030NV and serial numbers with the first four digits of 1805 through 1809. A. O. Smith, the model number and the serial number are printed on the data plate located next to the gas water heater's control valve/thermostat. A. O. Smith is printed near the top of the water heater.
Details
- Units affected
- About 190
- Recall date
- November 8, 2018
- Brand
- A. O. Smith Corp., of Milwaukee, Wis.
- Made or distributed by
- Lowe's Stores, of Monroe, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
G6-UT3030NV
Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California from February 2018 through April 2018 for between $540 and $610.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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