Recalls / 2018-11-08

A. O. Smith Recalls 30-Gallon Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's

19030 · Recalled 2018-11-08 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The water heater's flame arrestor can fail to work properly, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters and contact A. O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
A. O. Smith 30 gallon gas water heaters with model number G6-UT3030N		About 190

Parties

Manufacturer: A. O. Smith Corp.
Distributor: Lowe's Stores, of Monroe, N.C.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Exclusively at Lowe's stores in California, $610.

Consumer 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.

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Source: CPSC recall 19030. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.